Prenatal & Postpartum Nourishment
Feeding the Animal Body of a Mother
Nourishment
is an essential & pleasureable part of postpartum healing
The first precious weeks & months following birth are a time for warmth, care, and quiet. The birth process opens the body to it's wildest capacities and undoubtedly requires every ounce of a mother. After the full on journey to bring life into the world a mama needs rest. Since time immemorial there has been reverent attention paid to the care of new mothers & families. Many traditions believe that the postpartum period lays a foundation for the rest of one's life. As much as possible, it is important to slow down and cocoon. It is a time to lean into support while you rejuvenate.
One of the most important parts of postpartum care is a diet of warm nourishing food and herbs
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Prenatal & postpartum care is part of everyone's ancestry
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Somewhere along all of our ancestral lines, hopefully not too far back, there were those who knew what to give new mothers. Our mothers and grandmothers aunties and community grew flowers & simmered roots into all kinds of steams, teas, & baths. When a mother gave birth, it was understood which foods support new life. Certain herbs were gathered, spices ground, & journeys taken to acquire specific nutrients that restore a mother's body.
Above all else-
it was understood that a mother needs nourishment, rest, & support.
Nourishment is more than nutrition, but there are very specific nutrients that a mother needs after birth. ​When someone becomes pregnant, the entire body adapts to meet the growing needs of another human. Think about it- an entire baby has to be crafted from what the Mother already has!
Certain foods help build a baby's brain, prepare and then close up the womb, rekindle the digestive fire, & build back up the stores of vitality used to usher life in to the world.
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There is a greater need for nutrient dense, easily digestible, & warm foods particularly. Although there used to be a clear set of recipes, remedies, & rituals each culture had in place to take care of a new mama, for many that wisdom now feels faded in the background of modernity. Even when we have established networks of support in our communities, whether it be a meal train, group thread, or caring mother who stays with us after birth, the truth is, many people just don't know what to feed a new mother. Many people don't know about the unique needs of someone who has passed through this threshold.
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That's where I come in to support.​
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As a Prenatal & Postpartum Chef
I specialize in nourishing mothers & families with food that supports
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Digestive Health
Nervous System Regulation
Milk Production
Hormonal Balance
Remineralization
Flavor, Beauty, & Comfort
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My work is upheld by a backbone by over a decade practicing the art of women's nourishment, including deep studies in Ayurveda, women's health, herbalism, the culinary arts, traditional food preparation, remineralizing, and more.
I've had the pleasure of curating menus for around 100 clients and mentoring over 40 women & postpartum professionals in the art of maternal nourishment through my in-person workshops and online containers
Real delicious & real honest food that our grandmothers would recognize- that's how I work in my home and that's what I share with families and students. Following the traditions of those who came before us and informed by scientific research on optimal nutrition for Mother and Baby, I cook for flavor and wellbeing. Beauty is at the heart of it all. ​
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If you want to rest in your postpartum cocoon knowing that
someone experienced, devoted, & warm
is making food that feels as good
as it tastes when you lick
every drop from
your bowl,
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I'd love to feed you
what my clients have to say
"Kearsley supported me for 3 months postpartum. I adored her warm presence and how I could rely on her food to always be nourishing, locally sourced, and interwoven with healing herbs in a truly beautiful and delicious way. Being nourished to this level was an absolute blessing- every mother deserves such care & I recommend her with a full heart (& belly!)"
Rose Mellish
frequently asked questions
Ways I can support
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Hire me as your Prenatal or Postpartum Chef and rest knowing you will be well nourished. Press the "book a consultation" button above to get started
Check my "Classes" page to see upcoming offerings, watch recordings, or join my 3-month program Mother Mammal: Nourishing the Animal Body of a Mother