When you have a new baby, the last thing you want to do is have to cook an elaborate meal. Whether you are prepping for yourself postpartum or want to gift food to a friend, here are the best paleo freezer meals for new moms!
The time right after you have a baby is wild. My babies both slept in 2 hour increments, so I really had no idea when was night and when was day and we definitely didn’t know when was dinner time.
My husband and I joke that no matter what is going on in a day, it’s always time to think about what meal to make next. Our toddler is always hungry and always asking what’s the next meal.
Here are all of our favorite freezer meals for new parents!
Giving frozen meals as a gift to new parents
One of the greatest gifts that you can give to new parents is a delicious meal.
Why make freezer meals for new parents?
The best gifts we ever got after our babies were born was food. Sometimes we had friends send delivery food and that was great.
But having local friends bring meals over just meant that we didn’t have to do meal planning, we didn’t have to think, we just ate. That’s what you really want after having a newborn!
What is a good meal to bring a new mom?
Here are some things I like to keep in mind when bringing food to someone after their baby arrives:
- Do they have other kids? Be sure it is kid/toddler/whoever friendly
- What do they like to eat normally? If you know they love Mexican food for example, that would be a real treat?
- What take out do they get? They are probably ordering takeout right about now, so try to think of something different. If they always order pizza, don’t bring a frozen pizza.
- Do they tend to eat healthy or prefer comfort food?
When in doubt, text or call someone other than the mom (such as the dad, or her family member or a mutual friend) and ask!
Feeling lazy? Here are the best ready-to-eat meals for new parents you can get at Costco!
Don’t forget side dishes + dessert
Beggars can’t be choosers, but especially if you are making frozen meals for new parents as a gift, try to really make it a rounded out meal!
It feels extra special to have extra sides and a dessert. I’ll tell you, after my son was born, someone brought us a meal that included a big pan of brownies. The brownies were such a treat I kept them all to my self!
Sides could be as simple as a frozen veggie or garlic bread, or even a bag of ready-to-eat salad mix. If the new parents already have a small child, you can’t go wrong throwing in a bag of frozen french fries or nuggets!
Here’s a great list of paleo-approved side dishes!
Things to keep in mind when gifting freezable meal recipes for new moms
- Always use disposable dishes or things you don’t want back. No new parent wants to be washing and returning your casserole dish!
- Be sure to ask if there are any dietary restrictions or special needs. Some breast feeding moms have to go gluten free or dairy free suddenly to deal with newborn digestive issues.
- Check to see if they have a crock pot or instant pot before gifting a frozen meal that requires one.
- If your meal is complemented well with a sauce – like barbecue sauce, sour cream, or salad dressing – throw in a bottle. Nothing worse than having to eat a dry baked potato, and new parent’s fridges aren’t always stocked!
Easy freezer meals for new moms to make themselves
It’s also great to make frozen meals before your baby is born so that you have ready to go meals for yourself. Nothing wrong with that!
When should I make freezer meals during my pregnancy?
Frozen food is generally good for about 3 months. If you want to have food for the first two months after having a baby, aim to make the meals during the final 30 days leading up to your due date!
Try to batch your cooking in one meal prep day and recruit a friend or family member to help!
How many freezer meals should you make before baby?
Honestly, the limit on frozen meals to make before baby arrives is your freezer space. The more meals you have, the better. Remember to leave room in the freezer for breast milk storage if you plan to breastfeed – the first few weeks are really wild.
When you are making meals for yourself, double or triple the recipe. It is no extra work and results in extra nights you won’t have to worry in the future!
Paleo friends?
It can be hard to come up with a paleo recipe idea if you are not used to eating that diet. So, hopefully, this guide will help to inspire you!
Meal ideas for new parents
- The best Costco meals for new parents
- Freezer meals for new moms
- Vegetarian freezer meals for new parents
- Paleo freezer meals for new parents
- Dairy-free freezer meals for new parents
- Gluten-free freezer meals for new parents
- Crock pot freezer meals for new parents
- One handed meals for new moms
- Breakfast freezer meals for new moms
- One pot meals for new moms
Here are some of my favorite freezer friendly paleo meals to make for new parents!
The Best Paleo Freezer Meals for New Moms
Here are a ton of ideas for meals you can make + freeze for new parents who eat a Paleo diet!
Wings are delicious but you can also eat them one handed - a great characteristic for food for new parents.
Bacon-Wrapped Keto Meatloaf {Paleo, Whole30, Egg-Free, Nut-Free}
This bacon wrapped meatloaf is sure to feel like an indulgence and a big treat!
Thai Inspired Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup Recipe #paleo #glutenfree
This chicken soup is savory, comforting, and freezes really well!
Coconut lime chicken is just exciting enough that it will be sure to be something different to mix up the boring eating habits of new parents.
Looking for the ultimate comfort food? This is it!
Don't forget breakfast! This sausage is perfect for paleo new parents - and if they have any other kids, they will love it too!
Meatballs are my favorite freezer food because they can be eaten alone or turned into a big meal. Go ahead and double this recipe because you are going to want to keep some!
These greek chicken thighs are filling and savory, perfect for hungry new parents.
Did you know you can cook a whole chicken in the air fryer? How impressed would your friends be with this!
Chicken curry is another great comfort meal. This would be great to reheat between late night feeds!
Carnitas are another great option that can be served in many ways and will please eaters of all ages.
Bone broth is a simple thing for paleo parents to sip on the go. Perfect for late nights up with a new baby!
Pork Carnitas & Sweet Potato Frozen Meal Prep (Whole30, Paleo)
These make-ahead freezer meals are perfect for heat-and-eat types of days, which makes them work fantastically well for a gift!
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