The Chinese Postpartum Diet - The Woks of Life
After the birth of a new baby, most people focus their attention on…the new baby. And who can blame them? There’s so much indescribable excitement and joy around this new family member! Even so, we shouldn’t lose sight of caring for the new mom. New mothers spend much of their strength during childbirth—all … See more
If you haven’t read my previous post on the practice of Chinese confinement after childbirth, it is basically a time when a new mother can rest and recover with the new baby. … See more
Many pregnant women have a lot of crazy cravings during pregnancy. Maintaining a balanced, healthy diet during pregnancy is key, but per TCM, what you eat after giving birth is … See more
When you factor in the guidance here for foods that are good to eat, we have wide array of recipes that can be considered ideal for the postpartum diet. That said, here are some of the more specific recipes that come to mind for me: See more
Postpartum Chinese Confinement (坐月子) - The Woks of Life
Chinese Postpartum Traditions & Chinese Confinement …
Jun 21, 2018 · In China, it's common for new moms to lay in bed for a whole month after giving birth. This period is called “zuò yuè zǐ” (坐月子) is which literally means “sitting the month”. In the West, we call this postpartum confinement. …
My Post-Childbirth Confinement Experience - The Woks of Life
Jan 1, 2024 · To read more about Chinese Confinement, check out these articles: About Chinese Confinement After Childbirth; The Chinese Postpartum Diet
Chinese Confinement - The Chinese Soup Lady
Apr 28, 2024 · Soup Name: Longan Meat in Turtle Soup Traditional Chinese Name: 龍眼水魚湯 (lóng yǎn shuǐ yú tāng) Introduction: A warm and healing soup, it's often recommended for cold winter days and/or pregnancy and confinement.
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Chinese Confinement Food Recipes To Boost Your
That’s why we’ve listed six Chinese confinement food recipes that new mothers should try at home. These recipes aren’t just about being healthy and nutritious, but they are tasty as well. And just in case you aren’t a new mum, you can …
Chinese Confinement (Zuo Yue Zi – Sitting The Moon)
Oct 13, 2013 · Everything you need to know about Chinese confinement or known as zuo yue zi, confinement food/meal and its practice. Myths and facts about Chinese confinement and confinement meal ideas.
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New Mom Turns to Ancient Chinese Recipes for …
May 9, 2015 · Ginger, Chinese angelica root (dang gui), red beans (adzuki), and sesame oil provide warmth. Pigs feet, peanuts, and papaya boost breast milk. Liver replenishes lost blood.
Traditional Chinese Postpartum | Ancient Recipes
Jul 1, 2022 · Cold foods to avoid include lettuce, cabbage, cucumber, root vegetables, and anything raw. Instead, warming foods like ginger, chicken, and liver are recommended during the 30 day post birth confinement. …
The Chinese Tradition: A Month of Rest Postpartum
Jul 16, 2021 · Eat a healthy diet consisting of mostly cooked and warm unprocessed food and drinks, emphasizing the following: bone broths. fresh ginger (cooked) free-range chicken and eggs. dates and berries. cooked …
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