Nourishing Meals for
Postpartum and More

It takes a lot of energy to make and birth a baby, and after that, it takes a village to raise them. Stocking up on, or gifting, these healing foods can help make postpartum life a little easier. All of the meals below are warming to the body, easy on digestion, nourishing, and nutrient-dense. They're also based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, organic, plant-based, gluten-free, made with filtered water and sprouted grains, and never prepped with a plastic cutting board. And the best part? You don’t have to be a new parent to enjoy these meals! Everything is also a nutritious option for pregnancy, someone going through infertility treatments, post-op, or for those just wanting high-quality, healthful food.

How It Works

Unlike most meal delivery services, each dish below can be tailored to fit your preferences. Everything is intentionally sourced, packaged in glass or biodegradable sugarcane fiber paper, and delivered in a cooler bag, all of which is included in the price. There is a $200 minimum per order, plus a delivery fee based on where you live. We service most of Southern California and will coordinate delivery dates based on your needs. If you want to gift meals to someone, you can purchase a gift card here and we will coordinate with them after it's gifted. Want to receive these meals as a gift? Add this page to your registry! Each order comes with a detailed ingredients and instructions sheet. Scroll below to contact us, or email melissa@forkinplants.com to place an order or ask any questions you may have. We look forward to supporting you on this journey!

Mushroom Broth

Umami broth made from a variety of immune-boosting mushrooms, kombu, garlic, turmeric root + more.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $30

Jujube + Goji Broth

A sweet-ish broth made with circulation-boosting jujubes, goji berries, ginger + more.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $30

Daikon Broth

Kombu and daikon aid digestion, while shiitake supports the immune system in this tasty broth.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $30

Quinoa + Lentil Soup

Made with our immune-boosting Shiitake Broth, sprouted quinoa, sprouted green lentils, kale, and other veggies and spices, this is a hearty, fiber- and protein-filled soup.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $45

Curry Kabocha Red Lentil Soup

Squash, red lentils, curry, and coconut milk are blended to make this creamy, warming soup. Sweet potatoes are used when kabocha is not available.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $40

Miso Seaweed Soup

Arame, wakame, and kelp are combined with shiitakes and white miso for a soup full of vitamins and minerals. Seaweed also helps promote lactation and calm the nervous system.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $40

C-Section Recovery Stew

A flavorful stew filled with veggies, potato, spices, and protein-rich millet which may support digestion and lactation.

5-7 servings. (1.75 qts / 7 cups) $45

Ginger Fried Rice

This warming dish is a must after giving birth. Garlic, ginger, and sesame oil flavor jasmine rice, peas, and carrots.

3 cups (2 Servings) $30

Black Sesame Oat "Congee"

Instead of rice, this congee uses two types of oats, chia, and lactation-promoting black sesame. Stewed strawberries and sliced almonds come on the side.

5-7 servings (7 cups) $40

Chocolate Mousse

Avocado mixed with honey and cacao make this pudding-like mousse indulgent and nutritious. Eat spoonfuls whenever you need a sweet treat. 6-8 servings (1.5 cups) $15

Lactation Energy Bites

12 bites made with almond butter, sprouted oats, hemp, cinnamon, brewer's yeast, and Villakuyaya organic dark chocolate chips.

12 bites $25

Orange Fig Granola

Nutty, full of fiber, and a natural laxative from the figs, this deliciously orange granola is perfect as is, with milk, or on top of yogurt.

4-5 cups. $25

Ginger Lemonade

A flavorful lemonade with local raw honey and trace minerals for a hydrating electrolyte boost.

1 quart (4 cups) $20

Gift Card

Want to gift these nourishing meals? Purchase a gift card here!

*Please inquire for a complete ingredients list. While some of these recipes are inspired by The First 40 Days, they have been modified.

My
Why

They say you create the product you need, and I couldn’t agree more. These are the foods I wish I had after my fibroid removal surgery and my IVF egg retrievals. The longer I’ve been navigating my infertility journey, the more I’ve learned about the importance of nourishing, anti-inflammatory foods as they relate to all things pregnancy. On this journey, I’ve read numerous books about fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. These are all things I’ve become passionate about and I’m so excited to combine this newfound passion with my knowledge of cooking healthy, plant-based foods in a non-toxic and sustainable way. Finding the time and energy to make these foods among doctor's appointments, mental health lows, work, a new baby, and other daily responsibilities and expectations can be difficult. By offering these meals, I hope to take away some of that burden. Read more here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most online registries allow you to link to a product. Just copy this URL https://www.forkinplants.com/meal-delivery and add it to yours! If you're still looking for a registry, I love Babylist. They make it easy to create categories and add products, services, gift cards, and more. During my infertility journey, I've learned a lot about the best pregnancy/baby/postpartum items and have used Babylist as a way to keep them all organized for when that time hopefully comes!

Price is always the number one question, and I get it! I strive to provide a high-end service at the lowest cost I can. When you order from me you're supporting a woman-owned small business, and I can promise you're getting organic, high-quality foods packed in glass or biodegradable sugarcane fiber paper - no plastic!

I compost all of my food scraps and try to keep all of my work as low waste as possible, which means by letting me cook for you, you’re helping the planet too! All of the cookware I use is non-toxic and everything is always mindfully and carefully prepared.

The price also includes my investment in my skill and non-toxic supplies, all correspondence with you, the time and cost of grocery shopping (all intentionally sourced groceries included), preparation, packaging, and labeling of meals, tax, and so much more.

After trying many chocolates, I chose to use Villakuyaya because they undergo rigorous testing and analysis, particularly in terms of heavy-metal content and overall quality. From the initial grain input at their plant to the final creation, every step is carefully monitored to ensure the highest standards of purity and excellence. They only use natural ingredients sourced from certified organic suppliers. Their chocolates are crafted with premium organic cocoa, organic cocoa butter, and organic cane sugar, resulting in delightful flavors characterized by fruity and floral notes. They're vegan, gluten-free, kosher, and fair-trade.

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Nourishing Meals for
Postpartum and More

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Where do you deliver and what is the delivery fee?

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Nourishing Meals for Postpartum and More

My Why

Ready to Order?

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm not postpartum, can I still eat these meals?

How can I add these meals to my gift registry?

Are all the meals vegan?

What's included in the price?

Where do you deliver and what is the delivery fee?

How can I place an order?

What type of salt do you use?

What type of chocolate do you use?

What type of oil do you use?

Where can I see the ingredients?

Why aren't my soups filled to the top?

I have another question not listed here

Nourishing Meals for
Postpartum and More

My
Why