After birth, nearly all the attention goes to the baby. Meanwhile the mother is healing, often short on sleep, and in many cases making milk around the clock. The postpartum months deserve their own plan.
What Recovery Needs
- Enough calories and protein to heal and, if nursing, to make milk
- Iron-rich foods to rebuild after blood loss
- Plenty of fluids
- Real rest whenever it can be found
- Gentle movement once your provider clears you
How We Help
Simple, Fast Meals
New parents have no time. We build meal ideas that take minutes, can be eaten one-handed and can be prepped by family and friends.
Energy and Mood
Steady meals, light and fresh air help energy and mood. Sleep is protected wherever possible with simple household strategies.
Returning to Your Body
We take a patient approach to weight. Restrictive diets and fasting are not appropriate while recovering or nursing.
When to Call Your Doctor
Heavy bleeding, fever, severe headache, chest pain or thoughts of harming yourself or your baby need urgent care. Postpartum depression is common and treatable. Please reach out to your OB-GYN or call 988 if you are struggling.
