postpartum meal delivery

ancient care for modern women

The Noosh Nurtures Menu is rooted in lineage-based Persian wisdom and the time-honored traditions of Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

These Ancient traditions give modern women the deep nourishment and rest they deserve so they may thrive in the sacred role of Mother.

our values

food is medicine

Our meals prioritize digestion, warmth, tissue repair, and—equally important!—pleasure to support your recovery. By replenishing essential nutrients postpartum, we help you rebuild strength and vitality, laying the foundation for long-term well-being.

time is sacred

We take care of the heavy lifting of shopping, cooking, and thinking about nutrition so that you can connect with your baby and thrive.

Community Care

Postpartum healing is not meant to happen in isolation. We believe in the power of shared care—meals made with love, support that lightens the load, and the wisdom of those who have come before us.

How it works

select the plan that works for you

Select the subscription that works for you and your family!

If you’ve yet to give birth, select your anticipated start week and we’ll confirm with you 2 weeks prior. We know birth is hard to plan - we can move your start to accommodate this.

If your kiddo is already earthside, start as soon as you’d like!

In the check out flow, you’ll be able to let us know about dietary restrictions and allergens.

Receive your Noosh Nurtures!

We’ll drop off your meals and snacks on Tuesdays and Thursdays in insulated materials. No need to be home or available to answer the door - we’ll send a text that your food is waiting for you!

Not sure? book an Optional consultation with LilY

Chef-owner Lily can meet with you in person in Bend, or on the phone to discuss our offering, our ethos, and your plans for your postpartum period! In-person meetings include a classic Noosh treat!

Programs AND PRICING

All programs include:

2 Vibrant Meals a day

Designed to support postpartum nutritional needs

Generous Daily snacks

developed to support lactation and healing

optional partner add-on

option to add partner meals for an additional $30 per day

The essentials package

(3 days Per week)

the deep care package

(5 days Per week)

gift certificates available!

book a 1-day trial!

5% Discount Per week when you book for 4+ weeks!

Testimonials

  • The best postpartum meal plan you could hope for! The thought and care that goes into these meals, snacks and breakfasts will leave you feeling cozy and cared for. Plus they offer to add on your partner for a small extra fee.

    Megan Mendoza

  • I am astounded by not only the exquisite flavor of the food Lily cooks, but also the amount of care, thought, and heart she puts into the dishes. What a unique and much-needed service for postpartum moms and families -- we are so lucky to have her here to spice up Bend!

    Moriah McDill

  • Lily feeds the body and soul in a way I’ve never seen before. The food alone is delicious, Lily alone has the most nurturing spirit, so combine the two and you have a meal so filled with love and flavor that you be left wanting more. And then more after that.

    Lindsey Beumer

FAQ

  • We deliver within Bend, Oregon. Our line is also available for pick up on the West Side in Bend as well.

  • Of course. We offer a one day trial for $75. This includes a breakfast, a dinner, and a serving of functional lactation snacks to be delivered to your doorstep.

    • 2 Vibrant Meals each day (Breakfast and Dinner)

      • Designed to support postpartum nutritional needs!

    • Generous Daily Snacks

      • Functional snacks support lactation and healing

    When you add your partner to your plan, they’ll receive Breakfast and Dinner alongside you.

  • Absolutely. Our partner add-on option allows gives your partner Breakfast and Dinner alongside you - this is a beautiful option to support the whole family!

  • Great question. We often hear the phrase “The First 40 Days” which is absolutely a critical time to support replenishment, healing, and lactation. However, pregnancy and birth is a massive undertaking physically, emotionally, hormonally, and spiritually. Listen to your body, and we can support you for as long as you need.

  • We totally get it - birth is hard to plan!

    We recommend booking your expected start week (around your due date). We’ll get in touch with you prior to the official start to confirm. If we need to start you a little earlier or later, we’ve got you!

  • Most clients book Noosh Nurtures for the first 40 days postpartum (6 weeks). Many continue to book Noosh after the immediate postpartum window to support ongoing vitality, self care, and nourishment. We’re currently serving mamas with kiddos from 2 weeks old to 4 years old!

  • For our 3-day Program, your Noosh Nurtures package will arrive on Tuesdays.

    For our 5-day Program, your Noosh Nurtures will arrive on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so we can provide optimally fresh meals to you.

    All Noosh Nurtures items are delivered in an insulated bag with plenty of ice packs to keep the products cold. All products should be refrigerated upon receipt.

    No need to be home or awake - we send a text when your meals are on your doorstep, and you can refrigerate them at your convenience!

  • Absolutely! While the majority of our clients enjoy the meals fresh within a week of delivery, all of our meals can be frozen in their compostable packaging and defrosted at your convenience. You can keep Noosh Nurtures goods frozen for up to 3 months to retain quality.

  • In most traditional cultures, postpartum recovery is a time to replenish warmth, rebuild strength, and support digestion. After childbirth, the body is in a state of depletion, having lost vital energy, blood, and fluids. Warm, nourishing foods like bone broths, slow-cooked stews, black sesame, dates, and spiced grains help restore balance by replenishing blood, strengthening digestion, and promoting healing. These foods also support milk production, calm the nervous system, and prevent postpartum fatigue by providing easily absorbed nutrients.

    While the first 40 days are considered foundational for recovery, continuing to eat nutrient-dense, warming foods beyond this window helps sustain energy, hormonal balance, and long-term well-being in the months after birth so you can be vital in the longterm.

  • All of our meals are gluten-free, refined-sugar free, peanut-free, and seed oil-free. Our use of dairy is limited to our house-made grass-fed ghee.

    Due to the importance of onions and garlic in our menus, we are unable to accommodate an aversion to these ingredients. However, they are never used raw.

  • Absolutely!

    While the nutritional needs that are taken into consideration are focused on repairing the body, supporting lactation, and creating comfort for the birthing parent, Noosh foods are deeply healthful for all parents and caregivers.

    Having a newborn in and of itself is a colossal experience whether or not you gave birth to them, and the energy of support and care that is put into Noosh Nurtures is helpful for all people.

    Book a consultation to discuss your needs further!

  • Absolutely. We’ll make some tweaks to suit your needs but overall this program is deeply supportive for times in life that require a bit of extra tending. Whether that is supporting pregnancy loss, grounding you during periods of great change, bereavement, or even joyful upheaval, Noosh Nurtures provides deep nourishment and pleasure to support you through life’s great thresholds.

  • What a beautiful idea! Yes, check out our gift certificates here.

we believe that life’s great thresholds deserve reverence, care, and ceremony.

we are honored to support your unfolding journey.

MEET lily

Lily Nikzad

Professional Chef

I want you to know who cooks for you.

I’m an Iranian-American cook based in Bend, Oregon whose expertise is classical and contemporary Persian tradition. I believe food should do more than nourish the body—it should cultivate delight and pleasure.

Noosh has been serving the Bend community since 2022. What began as a farmers market stand selling Persian sweet and savory goods with a healthful (GF/VGN) twist has since expanded to multi-course pop-up dinners, private events, and personal chef services. My approach is deeply rooted in Persian cuisine while embracing the flavors of the wider Middle East and beyond.

Before launching Noosh, I spent years in the Natural Foods industry, crafting vibrant, nourishing menus for diverse catering clients and developing organic, healthful luxury snacks sold in high-end Northern California retailers. This experience refined my sourcing expertise and deepened my commitment to creating fresh, beautiful food.

My approach to perinatal wellness is inspired by Dr. Aviva Romm, Rachelle Seliga, Heng Ou, Sophie Ward Koren, and—above all—the women in my family who have carried our traditions forward for centuries. I am honored to offer care rooted in these cherished ancestral practices.

In Persian culture, food is medicine, and collective support is essential during times of great change. I have cooked for beloved friends, clients, and loved ones during life’s most profound moments—weddings, celebrations, pregnancy, birth, and even loss. It is my privilege to share this cultural and culinary wisdom with you on your journey.