In one of her recent Instagram reels, nutritionist Lovneet Batra shares 5 foods that helped her recovery and sail through the first 40 days of her being a mother. She writes, “Those early days of motherhood are truly a roller coaster ride! There are moments of overwhelming love and joy - mixed with moments of crippling self doubt and many sleepless nights!”
“As I settle into the first few months of motherhood I realised how important it was to take care of MYSELF so that
I recover well - physically and emotionally
I have the energy to feed and look after my little one”
She then explains how these 5 foods are helpful and nutritious. She writes, “A large part of self care is the food we choose to nourish ourselves with. Here are the Top 5 foods that have really helped me after delivery.
1. Moong dal: A staple in every home, this versatile protein is easy to digest, without stressing your gut
2. Dalia: Porridge is a great way to start the day as it gives you a boost of energy and helps with lactation.
3. Sheera: Not just a sweet treat, the traditional sheera is a warm and comforting addition to your meals. It's great for strengthening muscles and for post-partum bone health.
4. Ajwian jeera and saunf concontion: This fragrant and nutritious blend of Indian spices helps with hydration, digestion, lactation and recovery.
5. Drumsticks: This natural multi-vitamin helps with easy fortification of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and anti oxidants.”
Look at her reel:
Consider adding these foods to your diet if you are expecting.
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