Preparing postpartum meals in advance?

Preparing postpartum meals ahead of birth really provides a lot of comfort. The general recommendation is this: 2-3 weeks before birth, prepare meals in individual portions and freeze them. The most popular choices are: lentil soup, tarhana, vegetable dishes with olive oil (leeks, green beans), yogurt pasta, and mild chicken stew. Storing each portion with a date and contents label in separate bags or containers makes it easy for your partner or helper to find and reheat. Second, have healthy snacks ready — dates, walnuts, dried figs, crackers, packaged milk. Third, set up a system to remind yourself to drink at least 1.5 liters of water daily (for example, a pitcher at bedside). The prominent nutritional needs during postpartum are iron, calcium, vitamin D, and plenty of fluids — so dark leafy vegetables, yogurt/cheese, tahini/molasses, and abundant water. When preparing, thinking of a 'one-week menu' is realistic because it can be hard to cook fresh meals early on.