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Postpartum Recipe | Oats & Chia Congee

N O U R I S H • Oats are great to help boost lactation while chia seeds are rich in minerals, omega 3, antioxidants and fibre. This is a great meal of Mama and also the whole family. They cab also be frozen in small portions then warmed up whenever required. Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats 1 1⁄2 cup steel-cut oats 1 inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled and halved pinch of sea salt 1⁄4 cup chia seeds 1⁄2 cup quinoa flakes (optional; add another 1⁄2 cup/120 ml water if using) For the toppings: 1 cup milk (substitute for cream, coconut milk or nut milk of your choice) 2 tbsp coconut oil or butter Fresh or frozen fruit or berries,...

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Postpartum Recipe | Spiced Digestive Compote

Ingredients • 3 granny smith apples, peeled and chopped into 3 cm chunks • 3 pears, peeled and chopped into 3 cm chunks • 6–8 stalks rhubarb, leaves removed, stalks cut into 3 cm pieces • 200 g (approx. 18) prunes, halved and stones removed • 100 g (approx. 16) dried apricots, halved • 50 g (13/4 oz/approx. 16) Chinese red dates (seedless) • thumb-sized piece of ginger, peeled and sliced • 2 cinnamon sticks • 2 star anise • 1 orange, juiced, rind peeled into thick ribbons • a few cloves, pushed into the orange rind Instructions 1. Place the fruit and spices in a large saucepan. Add the orange juice, rind and 500 ml (17 fl oz/2 cups)...

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Postpartum Recipe | Simple Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Postpartum Soup

N O U R I S H • A staple hearty & warm dish that is great for the whole family. A fantastic way to sneak in your those vegetables for the kids and get away with it. Save this recipe for chilly night or for one of those days you don't really feel like cooking.  Ingredients 680 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 1 cup onion, chopped 1 ½ cups carrots, diced 1 cup celery, diced 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 ½ cups wild rice 6 cups chicken bone broth ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions 1. Add all ingredients minus the fresh parsley to a slow cooker. Stir...

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Postpartum Recipe | Chilli Mac

N O U R I S H • A nutrient packed comfort food and a favourite amongst the kids and parents. Save this easy one-pot recipe for when you're short on time. Ingredients 900 grams ground turkey salt & pepper (to taste) 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium onions, diced 3 stalks of celery, diced 1 pepper, diced (green or red) 4 Tbsp chili powder (or more if you like) 1 small can of diced tomatoes 1 small can of tomato soup 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (or to taste) 1 can kidney beans 1 can black beans 1 can chili beans or pinto beans macaroni (optional) shredded cheese (optional) tortilla chips (optional) scallions (optional) sour cream (optional) avocado (optional) Instructions...

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Postpartum Recipe | Citrus Fat Bomb

N O U R I S H • Save this recipe for later mamas! We absolutely love this delicious Citrus Fat Bomb recipe. Ingredients 1 cup coconut butter, softened 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 2 tbsp lemon zest 1 tsp honey Instructions With a fine grater zest the lemon ring into a medium sized bowl. Mix the coconut butter, coconut oil and honey into bowl and stir thoroughly with a wooden spoon until fully combined. On a chopping board, place either a silicon mould or distribute mini paper cups evenly. With a spatula, spoon a tablespoon of the ingredients into each mould or cup and make sure they are smooth and flattened. Place in the fridge for atleast an hour...

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