These pictures are of the foods I have made for clients that asked for deep nourishment after birth.
Blood loss happens to a greater or lesser degree during birth. Building it back up again afterwards can be easily done with nourishing meals that have lots of iron. For this I like to include iron-rich sources from bone broths, organ and grass-fed meats and leafy greens.
Herbal formulas that include blood nourishing tonics can also be used to build back blood after birth.
Vital Blood Iron Tonic
A blend of herbs and foods to build blood and iron supply. Delicious and safe for children, non-constipating and gentle.
Ingredients:
- Nettle leaf
- Dandelion root
- Burdock root
- Yellow Dock root
- Beet root
- Parsley
- Rose hips
- Molasses
- Vodka or brandy (optional, for preservation)
Watch our Instagram video about this tonic to learn more about its uses and ingredients.
Grass Fed Beef and Liver Shepherd's Pie
A nutrient-dense postpartum recovery food featuring grass-fed beef and liver for maximum iron and B vitamins.
Postpartum Liver Pâté
Made from organic chicken livers with caramelized onions, Marsala wine, and heavy cream or coconut cream.
Nourishing Soups
Made either with bone broth and green leafy vegetables, cream or coconut cream, or made vegan. These warming soups support recovery and milk production.
All of these foods support the traditional wisdom of keeping new mothers warm and nourished during the fourth trimester.