Postpartum Recipes

Smoothie Bowl

Blueberry-Peanut-Orange Smoothie Bowl

By Jodi Graves | February 12, 2025

You’ve had a smoothie before, but have you had it in a bowl? Make a meal out of it by adding granola and fresh berries to the top! I love to max out the nutrition potential by mixing in some protein power to your smoothie bowl too! (tip: think minimal ingredients for protein powder if…

Chia Pudding

Tiramisu Chia Pudding

By Jodi Graves | February 5, 2025

This delicious vegan tiramisu chia pudding recipe takes about 5 minutes to make using ingredients packed full of healing nutrition. It comes from one my favorite food bloggers, The Cheap Lazy Vegan. Check out more of my postpartum and pregnancy approved recipes here! Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 5 minutes  Servings: 2 Calories: 314kcal Equipment Ingredients Instructions Nutrition…

Postpartum Recovery

Unlock Your Postpartum Potential with Michigan Family Doulas and Fit is Getting Real!

By Jodi Graves | February 1, 2025
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Are you ready to embrace a healthier, happier postpartum recovery? Michigan Family Doulas (MFD) is thrilled to offer an exclusive package in collaboration with Katelyn from Fit is Getting Real (FIGR) for just $350! This February, when you purchase this package, you’ll also receive a free copy of the MFD+FIGR Postpartum Cookbook and Meal Plan…

butternut squash

Stuffed Butternut Squash 

By Jodi Graves | January 30, 2025

This stuffed butternut squash is a hearty, savory dish with creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh spinach—perfect for the Fall or Winter seasons. Butternut squash is packed with essential nutrients like vitamins A and C, which support immune function and skin health. It’s also high in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a…

Seasonal Eating; Nourishing Winter Bowls

Seasonal Eating; Nourishing Winter Bowls

By Jodi Graves | January 23, 2025
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If you have ever talked to me about nutrition, you know I am all about seasonal eating! Aligning one’s diet with the changing seasons is believed to promote balance, harmony, and overall well-being. It’s winter here in the US….so let’s dig into some colorful veggies! Serves: 4 Ingredients: Instructions: Sweet potatoes are ‘complex carbohydrates’ which will…

3 Teas for Postpartum Recovery

By Jodi Graves | January 15, 2025
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Postpartum recovery is a crucial time for new mothers, and incorporating the right teas into your routine can provide both comfort and essential nutrients. Here are three teas that can help you during this period, along with ways to dress them up with different flavors and ingredients! 1. Nettle Tea Nutritional Value: Nettle tea is…

one-pot chicken soup

It is Slow Cooker Season!

By Jodi Graves | December 25, 2024
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A one-pot chicken soup with a nourishing broth made from chicken bones, fresh thyme, garlic. Loaded with bright vegetables and tender, fall off the bone chicken. Nutritious to the max! Ingredients One-Pot Chicken Soup Instructions

3 Nutritious Meals to Bring a New Mom

3 Nutritious Meals to Bring a New Mom

By Jodi Graves | December 18, 2024
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Welcoming a new baby is an exciting and exhausting time for any family. One of the best ways to support new parents is by providing them with nutritious, easy-to-reheat meals. Here are three delicious and healthy meal ideas that are perfect for new moms: 1. Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry A quick and nutritious option, this…

Lactation Cookies Recipe

By Jodi Graves | December 11, 2024
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What about lactation cookies is actually helping? Lactation cookies are designed to help increase milk production in breastfeeding mothers. They typically contain ingredients known as galactagogues, which are substances that promote lactation. Common galactagogues found in these cookies include: While scientific evidence on the effectiveness of lactation cookies is mixed, many mothers report positive results.…

Cranberry-Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, and Sweet Potato Salad

By Jodi Graves | December 4, 2024
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Fall-Inspired Salad Full of Postpartum Nutrition This fall-inspired salad features roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes, topped with a tangy cranberry glaze, creamy goat cheese, and extra cranberries for a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors. Fun fact, butternut squash can be beneficial for postpartum recovery! It is rich in vitamins A…