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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!

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Ginger Lemonade

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

1 quart (4 cups) $20

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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

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© 2017 by Melissa | Forkin' Plants

Los Angeles, CA

We do not diagnose, treat, heal, cure or prevent any illness, medical condition or mental or emotional condition and nothing on our website, its content or in our services is intended to diagnose, treat, heal, cure or prevent any illness, medical condition or mental condition. Forkin’ Plants provides personal chef services. Our services are not medical advice.  Melissa Glazewski is a plant-based personal chef, not a licensed medical professional.  Nothing on our website, in our Content or in our Services should be construed as healthcare advice or as a substitute for a consultation with a licensed medical professional who can review and advise you on your specific situation.  Anyone choosing to implement any information on our website or in our Services should obtain prior medical clearance from a licensed medical professional to declare them sufficiently healthy, and determine that the information on our website or in our services is appropriate and useful for them. If you choose not to consult with a healthcare professional before using any information on our website or in our Services, you assume all risk for any and all results.  Do not disregard professional medical advice, stop taking medications, stop any treatments or delay seeking professional advice because of information you have read on our website, or received from us.  Working with us is not a guarantee of any results. Forkin’ Plants owns all copyrights to the materials presented here unless otherwise noted.

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