During pregnancy and especially childbirth, your tissues have stretched. For tissues to heal better and hurt less they need:
nutrients to repair and grow
adequate blood flow to deliver these nutrients
a strong immune system to prevent and fight infection
One of the best ways to heal during your postnatal period is to eat pregnancy superfoods. Here's why:
they are nutrient dense (i.e. more nourishment per calorie)
filling without being fattening
rich in nutrients that the mother and baby need most
friendly to queasy stomachs
versatile
able to boost immune system
free of harmful additives
These are our Top 12 picks of superfoods:
seafood
nuts, raw
greens
avocados
eggs
yogurt
blueberries
beans and lentils
flaxseeds, ground
olive oil
tofu
oatmeal
Do your best to implement these into your diet daily, especially in the first forty days.
Don't want to think about preparing and cooking your own meals? Reach out to our partners at Health Chefs and learn about our New Mom Program for Meal Delivery Service.