The Science-Backed Benefits of Kheer for Postpartum Recovery of New Moms
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Roopa K
B.Sc ,Certified Lactation Educator (CLC), Certified Lactation Professional (CLP), Garbh Sanskar Expert, Postpartum Health Nutritionist.
Roopa is committed to providing holistic support and guidance throughout the prenatal, postnatal, and breastfeeding journey of Indian mothers.
The postpartum period or japa period (also known as जापा, बाळंत , सूतिका, ਛਲਿਆ, ಸೂತಿಕಾ ಕಾಲ) or the weeks following childbirth, is an important time for a new mother's physical and emotional recovery. It’s essential to focus on postpartum nutrition and ensure a diet rich in nutrients to support recovery and breastfeeding. One traditional food that has been passed on in supporting postpartum recovery is kheer (also known as payesh, payasam, payasa).
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Kheer: A Traditional Postpartum Superfood
Kheer has been a staple in Indian homes for years, known not only for its delicious flavour and creamy texture but also for its benefits in a diet after postpartum. This nutrient-rich food can be an essential part of what to eat during postpartum to promote healing and replenish the body’s nutrients after childbirth.
Nutritional Benefits of Kheer for Postpartum Recovery
Kheer is highly recommended in post-pregnancy diets due to its rich calcium and protein content. Pregnancy and childbirth can deplete a mother’s body of these important nutrients, which are necessary for bone strength and tissue repair. Including kheer in the diet for breastfeeding moms helps support the body's healing process, while providing sustained energy, which is crucial during the demanding early weeks of motherhood. ( 1 )
Kheer's Role in Supporting Breastfeeding
Additionally, kheer aids in milk production - another reason it’s a favourite in postpartum recovery diets. The protein and calcium content in kheer support milk supply, while gentle spices like cardamom and saffron, often used in kheer, are known to support lactation. This makes kheer an ideal part of the diet of a breastfeeding mom.
Beyond its nutritional benefits, kheer is easily digestible, making it suitable for new mothers who may face digestive issues in the postpartum period. The warm, creamy texture and subtle spices of kheer provide comfort and emotional well-being, essential for mothers experiencing hormonal changes or postpartum blues.
It was a common practice for grandmothers, mothers to prepare this kheer for the new mother. However, with the rise of nuclear families, this kind of care can be hard to come by. That's why we at Nutrizoe formulated Momix Kheer with the same love & precision your mom would have, with traditional ingredients like makhana, millets, almonds, kharik, gond and dashmularishta to promote healing and strength.
More than just a meal, it’s a nourishing blend formulated by experts to help you overcome postpartum fatigue, low energy, and helps you get back to the rigour.