How it Works This Week's Menu Key Nutrients Ingredient Highlights
How it Works

The first six weeks after childbirth is a key window of time for nourishment and restoration for the mother.

Ancient wisdom traditions believe that the first 42 days after birth can impact the next 42 years. Modern studies focus on the positive impact of implementing certain nutrients to curb postpartum depletion.

We believe food has the capacity to heal. Influenced by cultures around the globe alongside respect for the science supporting proper nutrient intake, we provide essential nourishment for the weeks after childbirth so that you may restore.

Now Serving the San Francisco Bay Area

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What's included?

Each day includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, teas, lattes, and/or broths to supplement and support all regular meals.

Add your partner and they'll receive Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner each day alongside your plan.

Check out our sample menu and meal plan options to gain greater insight to what’s included with your order.

Placing Your Order

Simply create your custom meal plan, choose your dietary preference, share your estimated due date, and include any other important notes you may have.

Exact birth dates are hard to plan. Baby arrives when baby arrives. You'll receive an informational email on how and when to schedule your first delivery. You can reach out to us whenever you are ready to begin.

Refer to our FAQs or get in touch if you have any ordering questions!

Delivery Schedule

We deliver on Sundays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays for optimal freshness. We’ll notify you of your personal delivery schedule.

Your delivery will include instructions on reheating and daily distribution of items.

As soon as you get your delivered goods place all items in your fridge and/or begin reheating!

We Reuse Everything

Our delivery containers consist of glass jars and BPA-free lids. Your delivery comes in a recyclable box with a premium non-toxic and biodegradable drain-safe ice pack to keep food fresh.

For sustainability purposes we ask you to return all glass jars to us by placing the jars from the previous delivery in your most recently received box with ice packs on your doorstep for our drivers to pick up at the time of your next delivery and bring back for our team to sanitize and reuse. After your final delivery, we offer a final pick up service!

Storing & Reheating Instructions

All Milky Oat products require refrigeration. These refrigerated items must be kept at a temperature of 41 degrees F or below.

Microwave Reheat Instructions: All items may be microwaved using a microwave safe plate or bowl on High for 45 seconds - 1 minute. Individual microwaves may vary. Always check temperature as food items may be very hot or need further heating.

Stovetop Reheat Instructions: All items may be reheated on the stove top with an appropriate pot or pan and stirred to bring up to temperature. Soups, stews, and porridges may need an additional splash of water as stirred to loosen.

Don’t sweat the details. We’ll provide reheat instructions with your delivery. These first weeks with your new baby are all we want you focused on, as well as your own recovery, of course!

Food & Nutrition

Made with love, our menu is always shifting depending on what our local purveyors have in season. Our mission is to provide you with the finest organic meals that include the most nutritious ingredients for optimal recovery. Check out our Key Nutrients and Ingredient Highlights sections below to learn more about our devotion to the food we prepare.

You will never find any refined sugars, gluten, preservatives, peanuts, dairy, or genetically modified ingredients on our menu.

This Week's Menu

Omnivore & Vegetarian Selections Available at Checkout

Delivery 01

Monday

Breakfast

Rainbow Chard Frittata

Lunch

Five Spice Congee w/ Soft Egg

Dinner

Wild Salmon, Sweet Potato, & Quinoa Bowl

Snacktation

Reishi Tahini Banana Bread

Sips

Toasted Cumin Lemonade & Rosemary Beef Bone Broth

Tuesday

Breakfast

Blueberry Chia Pudding w/ Glazed Walnuts

Lunch

Creamy Mushroom Soup w/ Cinnamon & Lemon

Dinner

Tantan Ramen w/ Chicken Meatballs

Snacktation

Chocolate Almond Butter Cookies

Sips

Milky Way Lactation Tea & Sweet Dreams Nectar

Delivery 02

Wednesday

Breakfast

Coconut Yogurt Buckwheat Muesli Bowl w/ Berry Compote

Lunch

French Bean & Spinach Kitchari

Dinner

Salted Black Cod w/ Cannellini, Quinoa & Kale

Snacktation

Strawberry Rose Cashew Cheesecakes

Sips

Ginger Chicken Bone Broth & Milky Oat Lactation Latte

Thursday

Breakfast

Blue Masa Harina Porridge w/ Stonefruit & Pecans

Lunch

Tom Yum Soup w/ Shiitake Mushrooms

Dinner

Nasi Goreng Chicken Fried Rice

Snacktation

Chocolate Gem Lactation Cookies

Sips

Energizing Spiced Hot Cocoa & Mood Alchemy Tea

Delivery 03

Friday

Breakfast

Curried Caramelized Onion Frittata

Lunch

Chile & Ginger Tempeh w/ Brown Rice

Dinner

Yukon Gold Potato & Spring Onion Lamb Stew

Snacktation

Puffed Quinoa Milky Melts

Sips

Cherry Coconut Water Elixir & Spiced Black Sesame Milk

Saturday

Breakfast

Vanilla Custard Oats w/ Cherries & Pecans

Lunch

Roasted Butternut Paella

Dinner

Slow Cooked Chile Verde Chicken Soup

Snacktation

Activated Walnut Bliss Balls

Sips

Warm Feelings Saffron Latte & Restoration Tea

Sunday

Breakfast

Chai Spice Rice Porridge w/ Brazil Nuts

Lunch

Golden Beet & Ginger Soup

Dinner

Rice Medley Quinoa Autumnal Bowl

Snacktation

Chocolate Almond Butter Dates

Sips

Calm Digestion Tea & Seaweed Ginger Miso Broth

Key Nutrients for Postpartum

At Milky Oat, our mission is to nourish mothers with the nutrients needed to restore the postpartum body. Here are some of the key components of our meals:

Protein

Protein is essential for rebuilding the muscles and cells. We design many of our meals around protein-rich legumes, oats, meats, fish, eggs, nuts, seeds, and ancient grains.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is important for both visual health and immune function. The World Health Organization recommends a diet rich in Vitamin A for breastfeeding mothers. Found in foods such as eggs, liver, salmon, and mackerel.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C supports a healthy immune system. We provide our mothers with Vitamin C by including foods such as citrus, strawberries, currants, goji berries, and potatoes.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D supports a healthy brain, nervous system, and immune system. It can reduce the risk of postpartum depression and anxiety. Found in salmon, liver, and egg yolks.

DHA

DHA is an important Omega-3 fatty acid which can improve brain and vision development in breastfed babies and plays a role in reducing inflammation and postpartum depression in mothers. Found in salmon, sardines, eggs, and seaweed.

Folate

Folate is needed for production of white and red blood cells and for brain development in breastfeeding babies. Found in broccoli, brussels sprouts, leafy greens, peas, chickpeas, and liver.

Niacin

Niacin has been found to alleviate postpartum depression, improve skin health, and boost brain function. Found in foods such as liver, chicken, turkey, salmon, anchovies, pork, beef, avocado, brown rice, mushrooms, peas, and potatoes.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is necessary for proper red blood cell development and energy production. Goodbye, fatigue! Found in clams, mussels, salmon, beef, and lamb. For breastfeeding vegan/vegetarian mothers, the CDC recommends supplementing B12.

Iodine

Iodine is a trace mineral which supports the thyroid in hormone synthesis. The World Health Organization recommends increasing iodine intake during prenatal and postpartum periods. Found in eggs and seafood.

Iron

It’s important to replenish the body’s iron stores after natural blood and iron loss during pregnancy and childbirth. Breastfeeding mothers need higher iron as it is needed to support both their own bodies and their babies’ development. Red meat, liver, oysters, and leafy greens can all provide mothers with the iron they need. Vegans and vegetarians should check in with your healthcare provider about supplementing additional iron.

Magnesium

Magnesium can support healthy muscle contraction, alleviate anxiety, and encourage healthy bowel movements. Found in nuts, seeds, legumes, quinoa, dark chocolate, and spinach.

Zinc

Zinc supports the body's ability to absorb and metabolize important micronutrients like Vitamin A. It may also help with postpartum depression. Found in oysters, red meat, poultry, nuts, seeds, and legumes.

Ingredient Highlights

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Nettle

Blood building & lactation support.

Vitamin A, C, & K, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium

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Reishi

Modulates immune response, enhance sleep, and reduces feelings of fatigue.

Vitamin B-Complex, D, Manganese,Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc

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Milky Oat

Regulates the nervous system, boosts digestion, balances mood, and strengthens hair, skin and nails.

Vitamin A, B-Complex, C, E, & K, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium

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Rose

Promotes healthy skin and boosts the immune system.

Vitamin A, C, & E, Calcium, Iron

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Jujube Date

Strengthens blood and promotes calm and restful sleep.

Vitamin B6, Calcium, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium

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Turmeric Root

Anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal.

Vitamin B-Complex, & C, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Potassium, Zinc

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Goji

Increases natural energy levels, boosts digestion, and helps to calm the nervous system.

Vitamin A & C, Copper, Iron, Selenium

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Lavender

Encourages relaxation and improves quality of sleep.

Vitamin A, C, & E, Calcium, Iron

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Cardamom Pod

Anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and aids digestion.

Vitamin C, Calcium, Copper, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc

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Cinnamon Sticks

Boosts circulation and increases the flow of breast milk.

Vitamin A, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium

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Ginger Root

Stimulates breast milk production and promotes blood circulation.

Vitamin B-Complex, & C, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus

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Black Sesame

Rich in healthy fats and promotes higher quality sleep.

Vitamin B-Complex, Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese

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Saffron Threads

Combats postpartum depression and boosts overall mood.

Vitamin A, B-Complex, & C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc

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Chamomile

Improves sleep quality, boosts mood, and alleviates symptoms of postpartum depression.

Vitamin A, B-Complex, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc

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