I can crush a Guinness with my husband every day without a moment’s pause. Today’s #kaufMOMcrush is beer.

A new parent needs new traditions and a daily Guinness has become one of mine. 

In college, I only sipped jungle juice punch and avoided the bubbly burps at all costs. Years later, I can chill with the boys (my husband and 5 month old son) on the regular.

In my fridge, I need a chilled Guinness ready to go. Before I put my feet up for the day, I need a Guinness poured into a chilled glass and clinked against another for a solid, inherently masculine “cheers.” 

How did this happen? It all started when I learned that certain types of beer help stimulate milk production – in moderation – safely timed off of the feeding schedule. We followed the pseudo-science and launched a new tradition to turn me into a one-woman cow show for my son the week after he was born.*

Why do I love it? It tastes like dark chocolate. And it feels more authentic to drink than a glass of wine when I’m wearing sweatpants with spit-up all over them.

I’m kaufMOM obsessed with Guinness. This beer is a bonafide #kaufMOMCrush.

*NOTE: Of course – do your own research, talk to your doctor, and moderate your overall alcohol intake if you’re actively breastfeeding .