Postpartum Recipes

Wholesome and Yummy: Tacos Full of Prenatal Nutrition

By Jodi Graves | February 26, 2025

During pregnancy, it’s important to nourish both your body and your growing baby with nutrient-rich foods. Tacos are not only delicious but can be easily customized to include a variety of prenatal nutrients. Here’s a recipe for healthy prenatal tacos that are sure to satisfy your cravings while providing essential vitamins and minerals. Ingredients Instructions…

Slow Cooker Chicken Pho

By Jodi Graves | February 19, 2025

This slow cooker meal is easy to make and often has leftover chicken you can use next day to kickstart another healthy and easy meal (think gluten-free chicken wraps and salads). When cooking Asian inspired meals, consider using liquid coconut aminos instead of the traditional soy sauce to bring down your sodium intake & increase…

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…

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…

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

By Jodi Graves | February 1, 2025

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…

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

By Jodi Graves | January 23, 2025

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

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…

It is Slow Cooker Season!

By Jodi Graves | December 25, 2024

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

By Jodi Graves | December 18, 2024

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…