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What to Eat After Delivery: Essential Postpartum Diet Guide for Indian Moms

  • 05, Jul 2025

FAQs: Postpartum Diet & Recovery for Indian Moms

Traditional wisdom + Ayurvedic support from Nuskha

Motherhood brings joy, but also challenges — especially during recovery. Nutrition plays a huge role in healing the body, boosting energy, and producing breast milk. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions (and our expert answers) to help guide new moms on what to eat and avoid after childbirth.

1. What should I eat to heal faster after C-section?

After a C-section, your body needs soft, healing foods rich in protein, calcium, and healthy fats. Nuskha recommends:

  • Gond laddoos – rich in protein, iron, and edible gum for bone and uterine recovery

  • Panjiri – warm, wholesome, and loaded with nuts, seeds, and ghee

  • Haldi milk – anti-inflammatory and perfect for faster internal healing

  • Soups and khichdi – light and easy on digestion

 Tip: Avoid raw salads or heavy spices for at least 10–15 days.

2. What is the best diet for breastfeeding mothers?

To support lactation and maintain your energy, your meals should be balanced and natural. Include:

  • Shatavari Herb Mix – balances hormones, boosts milk production

  • Jeera Herb Mix – improves digestion and lactation

  • Ragi Laddoos – rich in calcium, iron, and great for milk quality

  • Daliya (roasted) – loaded with fiber and energy

  • Plenty of fluids – especially ajwain water, haldi milk, and coconut water

These foods not only improve breast milk quantity but also make it more nutritious for your baby.

3. What foods should I avoid after delivery in the Indian diet?

Certain foods can slow down recovery, cause gas, or affect milk supply. Avoid:

  • Cold or refrigerated items – may disrupt body’s internal warmth needed for healing

  • Raw vegetables or uncooked sprouts – hard to digest

  • Heavy, deep-fried, spicy foods – can cause acidity, gas, and discomfort

  • Packaged or processed foods – poor nutrient value, high in salt/sugar

At Nuskha, we believe food should heal — not harm.

4. How can I increase breast milk naturally at home?

Nature has powerful herbs to support lactation, and Nuskha uses these age-old ingredients in modern blends:

  • Shatavari – supports hormonal balance and milk flow

  • Jeera (Cumin) – improves digestion and helps in milk secretion

  • Methi (Fenugreek) – enhances quantity and quality of milk

  • Haldi (Turmeric) – supports immunity and inflammation control

  • Ajwain (Carom seeds) – aids digestion and reduces colic in babies

 Try our lactation-support combos made with these time-tested herbs.

5. Can I have dry fruits after delivery?

Yes! Dry fruits are highly recommended — they provide energy, protein, and essential fatty acids needed for recovery and breastfeeding.
Include:

  • Almonds – for brain and body strength

  • Cashews & Walnuts – rich in healthy fats and zinc

  • Raisins & Figs – to relieve constipation and increase iron

  • Dry fruit laddoos – perfect for snacking and nourishment

 Tip: Start with soaked almonds and gradually include roasted or powdered nuts into your meals.

6. How do I regain energy and strength after childbirth?

Recovery is slow without the right fuel. Traditional Indian remedies work best when they’re nutrient-dense and gentle on the stomach. Nuskha recommends:

  • Multigrain laddoos – for stamina and gut health

  • Roasted daliya – rich in fiber, keeps energy stable

  • Peepal or Jeera powders – support digestion and milk flow

  • Ajwain water & Haldi milk – for internal strength and immunity

  • Iron-rich foods – jaggery, dates, leafy greens

 With the right daily routine and Ayurvedic support, your strength comes back faster than expected.

Final Note:

Whether you're recovering from a normal delivery or C-section, postpartum nutrition is not optional — it’s essential. Nuskha brings you time-tested Ayurvedic blends, laddoos, and herb mixes to support your journey as a new mother.

Because in today’s nuclear families, we are here to play the role of your dadi-nani.
Let us help you heal the right way — naturally.