In 2011, the month of August was named National Breastfeeding Month by The United States Breastfeeding Committee. It is a time for the breastfeeding community to come together to spread knowledge, dispel myths, and give mothers the opportunity to breastfeed.
It’s important to note that not every mother is able to breastfeed (or even wants to!) and at the end of the day, fed is best. Whether you breastfeed or bottle-feed is your decision, and has been since formula was first invented in the 1890’s.
While there are numerous benefits to nursing, the reality is that breastfeeding is extremely time-consuming. When you have to stop what you’re doing to breastfeed every 1-4 hours (depending on your baby), that doesn’t leave much time for cooking. However, it’s incredibly important to make sure that you are providing your body — and your baby’s — with the right nutrients.
To make things a bit easier, here are some meal-prep ideas for breastfeeding moms.
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The best containers for meal prep
Ignore what you see on Pinterest, meal prep doesn’t have to look picture-perfect — it just needs to work for you. That being said, if you don’t already have the best containers for meal-prep, now would be a good time to invest in them. Containers come in all shapes, sizes and materials, so check out the best ones for your needs and family size.
Ideally, you want to make sure that your containers are airtight, leak-proof, and BPA-free. They should also be microwave and dishwasher safe.
Lastly, when it comes to the containers for meal prep, you also want to think about size. Having a variety of sizes that would work for everything from large-batched meals to individual cut veggies and sauces, will ensure you have the right container for every eventual need.
