Postpartum Meal Support
Nourishing others, especially in a time of need, has always been a deep passion of mine. In my work as a Natural Chef, Nutrition Consultant and Doula, I am able to witness the tender, vulnerable postpartum period over and over again and combining it with my passion for cooking nutritious, vibrant food feels like a perfect match. I graduated from Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition in 2013 as a Natural Chef, and have been cooking in commercial kitchens and doing personal chef work ever since. I couldn't imagine leaving it behind when birth work started to take over much of my time, and I am so glad it fits in so seamlessly into the work I’m already doing. My primary goal in Postpartum Meal support is to nourish the new family with healthy, flavorful options so that more of the attention can be on learning the ropes of caring for a newborn. I work one on one with you to devise menus that works best for you and your family, whether it is a full weeks meal coverage or simply a mix of snacks and nourishing bone broth to fill in the gaps.
Soups/Stews:
Red Lentil Stew with Ginger and Seasonal Greens
Greens and Ginger Soup
Kabocha Squash Soup
Congee with Seaweed, Garlic, Ginger, and Mushrooms
Miso Mushroom Soup
Ratatouille Vegetable Soup
Quinoa, Leek and Greens Soup
Hearty Sausage Stew
Chana Masala with Spinach
Grains:
Quinoa, Forbidden Black Rice, Wild Rice, Brown Rice, White Jasmine Rice
Dressings/Sauces:
Miso Tahini
Almond Butter Miso Lime
Vegan Green Goddess
Pesto
Sample Menu Ideas:
Broths:
Chicken
Beef
Miso Mushroom
Vegetable
Teas/Infusions:
Nettle Fennel- supports breastfeeding
Raspberry Leaf- supports the female system
Ginger Turmeric Lemonade (Can be enjoyed hot or cold)
Steamed/Roasted Seasonal Vegetables:
Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Sweet potato, Winter and Summer Squash, Eggplant, Potatoes, carrots, green beans, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, Sautéed Seasonal Greens(a mix of Kale, Chard, Collards, Spinach, Dandelion, beet greens)
Snacks/Sweets:
Energy Bites
Lactation friendly Granola bars
Turmeric Macaroons
Nut Milks
Cashew, Almond
Coconut Apricot & Cranberry Granola
Raw veggie platter
Hard-Boiled Eggs
Hummus
Turkey or Beef Meatballs for snacking or to supplement a vegetarian meal
Casseroles:
Seasonal Vegetable Quiche
Chicken, Vegetable and Rice
Shepherd’s Pie
Spinach and Beef Lasagna
Green Chili, Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas
Fees:
$45/hour
*On top of my hourly rate, I will include to receipt for ingredients to be reimbursed.
*The hourly rate includes the time I take to grocery shop, cook, prepare and deliver the food.
Package A: $375
This is the most popular option and usually lasts the new family a few days worth of meals. This price includes the cost of ingredients and my time cooking and delivering.
1 large soup/stew
1 cooked grain
2 cooked vegetables
1 casserole/quiche
1 batch of lactation-supportive granola bars
1 sauce/dressing
Example Package Options:
Package B: $205
This price includes the cost of ingredients and my time cooking and delivering.
1 large soup/stew
1 grain salad
1 cooked vegetable
1 snack or dessert
Package C: $95
This price includes the cost of ingredients and my time cooking and delivering.
1 large soup
1 batch lactation friendly granola bars