Congratulations, Mama! You did it! After nine months of your body working hard, you have brought a brand new person into this world. It’s a beautiful thing. A miraculous thing.
And, let’s be honest, an exhausting thing.
The early postpartum weeks are special and unforgettable but also come with a set of newfound challenges that you have to adapt to. With your world tilted on its axis, it can be hard to even think about tackling the daily tasks you took for granted. Emails, cooking, cleaning…they are often pushed to the side in favor of taking care of your precious new baby.
While you can survive with a sink of dirty dishes for a few days, you can’t show up for your baby if you aren’t fed and hydrated. While your postpartum body is healing, it’s essential that you fuel it with nutritious and delicious food.
If throwing together dinner sounds like the absolute last thing your want to do, we don’t blame you. Which is why we want to introduce you to our ultimate Postpartum Life Hack:
Meal kit delivery services.
You’ve heard about them for years and maybe even tried a few. Well, Mama, take it from us. There is no better time in your life to invest in a meal delivery service than during these first few postpartum months.
These days, there are endless options on the market. Regardless of your dietary needs and preferences, there is a meal delivery service that is perfect for you.
Not sure where to start! Keep reading to learn about our favorite meal delivery services for postpartum moms below!
If you’ve been following The Cool Mom Co. for a while, you know that if there is one thing we refuse to compromise on, it is delicious food. Don’t believe us? Check out our archive of delicious recipes.
Cook Unity
So, it’s no surprise that we are excited about Cook Unity. Cook Unity is a unique meal subscription service. Other companies typically operate under two different models.
- The DIY: Companies send you pre-measured ingredients and recipes that you then cook yourself.
- Frozen Deliveries: Frozen meals are delivered to your doorstep for use whenever you like.
Things are a little different around the Cook Unity kitchen. The company is led by a team of creative chefs who work to create new, delicious menus every two weeks. The chefs are in charge of their own kitchens and are always coming up with new ideas.
Subscribers are sent a menu two weeks in advance, where they can pick up to 16 meals to be delivered to their homes. Meals arrive chilled, not frozen. This ensures that you have the freshest experience possible.
If you are looking for well-crafted, fresh meals to get you through your postpartum days, Cook Unity is the perfect choice for you.
Splendid Spoon
Have you been trying to incorporate more plant-based meals into your family’s diet? Look no further than Splendid Spoon.
For postpartum Mamas, the founder’s story might sound particularly relatable. Nicole Centeno has always placed immense importance on creating delicious, healthy meals. When she became a mother, she saw how healthy cooking took a backseat to other everyday demands.
Splendid Spoon was her solution. This meal delivery service brings nutritious, plant-based meals right to your doorstep. The menu includes options such as smoothies, grain bowls, noodle bowls, and soups.
All meals are vegan and gluten-free. Each meal is about $8.00 a serving, making this a much more affordable option than takeout.
Gobble
Okay. So, maybe you still want to do some cooking, but you just can’t handle the grocery shopping and meal planning during the postpartum stage.
In that case, you might want to consider subscribing to Gobble. All of Gobble’s meal kits arrive on your doorstep with the ingredients premeasured, pre-chopped, and pre-peeled. Your only job? Pop it in a pan, and enjoy.
The recipes can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. They can be adapted for a wide range of dietary needs, including allergies.
We also appreciate how they offer specialized meal packs that feed four. This is a perfect option for expanding families.
Sunbasket
When researching meal delivery services, Sunbasket’s unique model instantly stood out to us. Instead of specializing in pre-made or kit-style options, they offer both!
We really like that this allows postpartum moms to have variety in their meal plans. Need something fast while the baby is sleeping? Choose a frozen meal. Ready to cook? They’ve got you covered for that, too.
Additionally, they offer a market service. Families can choose from a selection of curated pantry items, such as bars, cookies, cheeses, and granolas. We think that this makes Sunbasket a really effective substitute for families who are trying to minimize time outside of the home during these first, precious postpartum weeks.
Marley Spoon
When it comes to food, no one is more of an expert than Martha Stewart herself. That’s why we were over-the-moon excited to hear that she was partnering with Marley Spoon.
They have a vast selection of recipes curated by Martha herself. All ingredients are pre-measured and can be quickly prepared.
We, personally, feel these recipes are very family-friendly and great for homes with younger kids.
Which of these meal delivery services do you want to try out? Share in the comments below!