Your unborn child takes nutrients from your system. Whatever the baby needs, no matter how little it is in your body, she will take it all. If you do not feed well during and after your pregnancy, you will look weak and emaciated. Your body will not have the energy to carry out your duties. The pregnancy journey can leave your body drained and always fatigued.
Your baby will depend on you during her first months of life to build strong immunity and for essential nutrients. Since you lost lots of blood while giving birth, you too require adequate care to regain your health and help your body to recover from the tears of childbirth. It may be difficult for you to prepare those nutritious meals especially if you all alone.
You may be tempted to snack and forget about making meals and doing the dishes. It is quite understandable to feel that way. All you want is to spare all the time you have for your bay and rest. If that’s the case, you can make your orders from confinement food catering service providers. However, if you have the time and there are people around to assist, the following meals will be an excellent choice.
Liver
Did you know that the liver is a superfood for new mothers? It is a natural multivitamin and a great source of protein. It also has easily absorbed iron and high amounts of vitamins such as B, C, A D and E. As a new mother, you require vitamins and proteins for repair of body tissues. You also require adequate iron to help build haemoglobin. Otherwise, you risk getting anaemia. The liver is also known to contain EPA and DHA fatty acids that are essential for the baby’s brain development. Take a serving of liver once a week. Have it prepared with carbohydrate and complete it with a generous serving of fruits and fresh salad.
Quinoa
This incredible superfood has been used by many societies since it contains abundant nutrients such as vitamin E B6 and high amounts of folate. Combine the quinoa with chicken, and you have a highly nutritious meal. Remind your confinement nanny to make Chinese confinement food such as chicken with garlic, ginger and red pepper. The meal will help you fight any forms of constipation and ease your digestive system.
Shrimp and oats with Miso
Every new mom should eat this delicious meal. Packed with loads of vitamins and nutrients, this meal will help moms regain their health and boost milk production. Not only will you promote a healthy gut, you will enjoy the benefits of probiotics. Did you know that miso is a high antioxidant and will help get rid of all toxins from the system and cleanse your blood? It will help lower cholesterol levels and promote rebuilding of high-quality blood.
Beetroot salad
Give your system a break by enjoying a well-prepared plate of beetroots salad. Using cheese and apple cider vinegar when preparing this salad will be sure to make it tasty. Salad is also a good counter to inflammations.
Chicken soup
To boost milk production, every mother needs adequate fluids. Drinking red dates teas are encouraged throughout the day and night. Chicken soup is a highly nutritious dish for you during your recovery period. Yes, it will definitely keep you warm. With chicken soup, your baby will have sufficient milk for growth.
Pamper yourself with these highly nutritious dishes as you recover from childbirth. Create a menu with your nanny and enjoy deep nourishment during your recovery period. If you are bored, you can alternate them and enjoy the array of health benefits.
