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Milk Maker
Supporting your breastfeeding journey
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Milk Maker is an all-natural supplement designed to support optimal breast milk production during lactation. This specially formulated supplement supports the body's natural response to stress while soothing the digestion of both mother and baby. All in a convenient 1-a-day fast acting capsule so you can get the herbal support you need at home or on the go.
Milk Maker is an all-natural supplement designed to support optimal breast milk production during lactation. This specially formulated supplement supports the body's natural response to stress while soothing the digestion of both mother and baby. All in a convenient 1-a-day fast acting capsule so you can get the herbal support you need at home or on the go.
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Benefits
- Optimal Breast Milk Supply
- Stress
- Digestion
- Lactation
Size
What's included
Postpartum support
Combine Milk Maker with Brain Wave and our Pea Protein Powder to help support your breastfeeding journey.
Milk Maker - Ingredients List
Ingredients (per vege capsule)
| Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) seed | 4,000mg | |
| Goat's Rue (Galega officinalis) plant | 1,500mg | |
| Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) root | 1,200mg | |
| Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed | 1,200mg |
Milk Maker - Ingredients List
Ingredients (per vege capsule)
| Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) seed | 4,000mg | |
| Goat's Rue (Galega officinalis) plant | 1,500mg | |
| Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) root | 1,200mg | |
| Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) seed | 1,200mg |
FAQ’s
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Milk Maker is not recommended during pregnancy or for those with diabetes, hypoglycaemia or uncontrolled blood sugar levels or those on insulin or blood sugar lowering medications. We suggest speaking to your healthcare practitioner first before taking Milk Maker if you have any of these conditions.
One of the main herbs in Milk Maker, Fenugreek, is known to have a distinctively sweet, maple syrup-like smell. Some people may notice after taking Milk Maker for a period of time that their sweat or urine begins to take on this maple syrup smell. This is a normal reaction.
Fenugreek and Goat’s Rue are also known to lower blood sugar levels, therefore Milk Maker is not recommended for diabetics or those taking insulin or blood sugar lowering medications.
We do not recommend taking Milk Maker while taking insulin or blood sugar lowering medication. Herbs such as Fenugreek and Goats Rue can have hypoglycaemic effects, so they are best avoided while on these medications.
Milk Maker is not recommended during pregnancy. As Milk Maker is designed for supporting breast milk, we recommend that it is only taken once you have started breast feeding and have sought advice from your healthcare professional.
We do not offer free samples. However you can buy sachets and samplers for you to try our protein powders or Milk Maker for breastfeeding parents.
No, Milk Maker is free of gluten, dairy, nuts, soy and GMOs.
While every Mum is different, you should start to see results within as little as 1-3 days.
Once your milk volume has increased and at a steady supply, you can stop taking Milk Maker or reduce the dose to every other day. It is important to remember that breast milk is produced on a “supply and demand” basis. Therefore, you will need to remove milk from your breasts via frequent feeding or pumping to maintain your increased supply.
Yes! Milk Maker is 100% plant-based and is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. Milk Maker contains natural herbs in a vegan friendly vege capsule.
Two Islands Milk Maker is specially formulated for the busy Mum who needs help with increasing milk supply and volume. Using natural galactagogue herbs including Fenugreek, Goat’s Rue and Fennel, Milk Maker quickly and effectively helps to increase breast milk supply to support growing babies. These herbs, along with the addition of Shatavari, also help to support healthy digestion in Mum and baby and can help to provide stress support during what can be an overwhelming time.
We recommend taking 1 capsule of Milk Maker with water in the morning with food. For further support, the dose may be increased to 1 capsule, twice daily.
For optimal milk supply, it’s important to stay hydrated and make sure you’re getting enough protein each day too. We suggest pairing Milk Maker with Two Islands Pea Protein for a quick and easy top up of protein when you’re short on time.
Milk Maker is a convenient, one-a-day capsule formulation. This makes it ideal for busy Mums that don’t have a lot of time to whip up a batch of lactation cookies or have their hands free (or the time) to feed themselves or brew a hot cup of tea!
Lactation cookies can also often be filled with additional sugar, flavourings and extra calories that some people may prefer to avoid. While breastfeeding teas are another option, the nature of galactagogue herbs can be quite bitter tasting and often require several cups over the day to produce therapeutic effects. When you’re a busy Mum, a hot (and entire) cup of tea can become a thing of the past. Two Islands Milk Maker therefore makes it simple – just one capsule a day is all you need to support your supply.
A galactagogue is a herb, food or medication that works to increase breast milk supply. The most well-known and effective galactagogue herbs include Fenugreek, Goat’s Rue, Fennel and Shatavari. Foods such as oats, brewer’s yeast and pumpkin seeds are also known to have galactagogue properties.
Benefits of breastfeeding include:
- Provides balanced nutrition which adjusts to your baby’s developmental needs with age
- Provides antibodies to support your baby’s immune system
- Promotes healthy weight gain and reduces the risk of childhood obesity
- Supports baby’s brain development
- Supports uterine recovery post birth
There are a number of foods you can include in your diet to help boost your milk supply. Foods such as oats, fennel, garlic, pumpkin seeds, fenugreek seeds and brewer’s yeast are known to help increase milk flow in nursing mothers.
Along with these foods, staying hydrated and consuming an adequate amount of protein each day is crucial for good milk volume. Protein needs during breastfeeding increase to not only support your milk supply, but your baby’s growth too. We suggest aiming for around 1.1 grams of protein per kilogram of total body weight each day. For example, this means if you weigh 70kg, you will need around 77g of protein each day. High protein foods include red meat, chicken, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds.
Some herbs such as peppermint, sage and parsley may decrease milk supply if consumed in large quantities. Alcohol can also have an effect on oxytocin release (the hormone which causes the muscles around the nipple to contract and release milk) which can then reduce the amount of milk let-down.
There are a number of reasons as to why your milk supply may be low. These include:
- A poor latch
- Infrequent or short feedings
- Medications including antihistamines or oral contraceptive pills
- Health conditions such as PCOS or hypothyroidism
- Premature birth
- Previous breast surgery or injury
- Stress
- Low calorie diet
- Dehydration
Benefits
A potent blend of Fenugreek, Fennel, Goat’s Rue and Shatavari work to support optimal milk supply for breastfeeding and pumping mums. Often recommended by lactation consultants, these well-known galactagogue herbs are a natural and effective way to support healthy breast milk volume.
The adaptogenic action of Shatavari helps to soothe the nervous system, reducing feelings of stress while supporting a balanced mood and calm state of mind.
The soothing properties of Fennel support healthy digestion while relieving abdominal discomfort. With its carminative action, Fennel helps to relax the smooth muscle of our gut wall, reducing bloating and excess gas.
Ingredients
How to take
View FAQsBreastfeeding adults: Take 1 capsule once daily to support milk supply. The dose may be increased to 1 capsule up to twice daily if required or as professionally advised.
Precautions
Not recommended during pregnancy
Not recommended for those with diabetes or hypoglycemia, or those on insulin or blood sugar-lowering medicine.
No added gluten or dairy.
Vegan friendly.
Always read the label and use as directed if symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.
Take Milk Maker with water, It is best taken in the morning with food. Milk Maker also pairs wonderfully with Two Islands Protein Super Blend for extra energy and nutrition – trust us, your body will thank you for it.
For optimal results, take daily
Storage
Store below 30°C in a dry place
Breastfeeding adults: Take 1 capsule once daily to support milk supply. The dose may be increased to 1 capsule up to twice daily if required or as professionally advised.
Precautions
Not recommended during pregnancy
Not recommended for those with diabetes or hypoglycemia, or those on insulin or blood sugar-lowering medicine.
No added gluten or dairy.
Vegan friendly.
Always read the label and use as directed if symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding adults: Take 1 capsule once daily to support milk supply. The dose may be increased to 1 capsule up to twice daily if required or as professionally advised.
Precautions
Not recommended during pregnancy
Not recommended for those with diabetes or hypoglycemia, or those on insulin or blood sugar-lowering medicine.
No added gluten or dairy.
Vegan friendly.
Always read the label and use as directed if symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. Tips
Take Milk Maker with water, It is best taken in the morning with food. Milk Maker also pairs wonderfully with Two Islands Protein Super Blend for extra energy and nutrition – trust us, your body will thank you for it.
For optimal results, take daily
Storage
Store below 30°C in a dry place
What the experts say
I’m a midwife and was recently sent some samples of Milk Maker to share with my patients. I’ve been advising patients to take fenugreek for some time to help boost milk supply but Milk Maker has been a game changer for a number of my patients. Everyone I’ve shared the samples with has gone on to purchase the product, it’s been that well received! So thanks for helping me help my mums & babies ❤️
Your breastfeeding support
Breastfeeding doesn’t always come naturally. Many mothers struggle with milk supply, especially in the first few weeks of life with a newborn, which can cause added stress at an already overwhelming time. Milk Maker is specially formulated to support healthy milk supply and volume for busy breastfeeding mums and thriving babies.
With natural, galactagogue herbs in an easy to take, one-a-day capsule, Milk Maker is a quick and convenient option for busy mums and a fast and effective way to support optimal breast milk production.
There are a number of reasons why breast milk supply may be affected. These include:
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New ZealandWorks a treat !
I was really struggling with supply, and as I never prioritise eating when I should, it was hard for me to add in things that would help. It was so handy to have the pills. While they aren’t a solution in place of a proper diet, i did notice a difference while I was still getting into a routine with feeding baby, and learning to eat regularly myself. Will be continuing to purchase until I stop breastfeeding
New ZealandLove it
I was really struggling with supply, and as I never prioritise eating when I should, it was hard for me to add in things that would help. It was so handy to have the pills. While they aren’t a solution in place of a proper diet, i did notice a difference while I was still getting into a routine with feeding baby, and learning to eat regularly myself. Will be continuing to purchase until I stop breastfeeding
New ZealandIncredible bump in supply
For my third time breastfeeding, I wanted to be more prepared so I invested in the Milk Maker capsules. These have been an absolute game changer for me. Not only am I feeding my baby girl, but I am making enough so I can pump to build up a freezer stash or so someone can give her a bottle if necessary. Totally recommend!
New ZealandIncredible Customer Service
I am a very rare case that milk maker doesn’t work however, the customer service I got from Julie & Peta was next level! They were so amazing, and caring they offered a refund and even sent a new product to try! The reviews for this product are great so try it! If like me, the milk will come back as soon as you stop taking it. But the team at two islands are great and I would recommend!
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Vitamin C
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Silica
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Biotin
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Zinc
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Tart Cherry
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Ashwagandha
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Passionflower
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Saffr'Inside™ Saffron
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Fenugreek
A well-known galactagogue used to enhance healthy breast milk supply and volume, it also acts as a digestive aid to support gastrointestinal comfort and appetite.
Shatavari
Not only a galactagogue, but also an adaptogen which helps the body combat emotional stress and overwhelm common in new and busy Mums.
Goat’s Rue
Often recommended by lactation consultants for its galactagogue properties. Research has shown it also supports healthy blood sugar levels, which is beneficial in helping normal milk supply in mother’s where underlying hormonal conditions affect production.
Fennel
Traditional herbal galactagogue used to support breast milk volume and flow, fennel is a natural carminative which helps to relieve gastrointestinal upset and support feelings of gas and digestive discomfort in both Mum and baby.
Glutamine
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Slippery Elm
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New Zealand Apple Fibre
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Chia Seeds
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Ginger
Soothes and settles an upset stomach. A potent antioxidant shown to support overall digestion, as well as help reduce bloating and support digestive comfort.
Chamomile
Carmitave properties support the digestive system, reduce bloating and gas as well as support a healthy stress response and gut-brain axis.
Cinnamon
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Marshmallow
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Organic Hemp Protein
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NZ Organic Blackcurrant
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NZ Broccoli Sprout
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NZ Organic Barley Leaf
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NZ Organic Wheat Leaf
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Organic Chlorella
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Organic Spirulina
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NZ Kelp
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Vitamin C
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Vegan Vitamin D
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Holy Basil
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Curry Leaf
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Guava
A rich source of natural vitamin C providing powerful antioxidant and immune-strengthening properties.
Amla
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Lemon
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Grape and Wild Blueberry
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Bacopa
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Siberian Ginseng
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AshwaMind® Ashwagandha
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