Home / Life This pro mom hack for 5-star kids meals is saving me HOURS This is a game-changer, mama. By Motherly + Nurture Life August 15, 2018 Rectangle When I became a mom, suddenly it felt like I was working with fewer hours in the day. Whereas previously I could put in a full day at work and still have time to hit the gym, throw in a load of laundry, and cook a full dinner, suddenly my day felt jam-packed from the moment I opened my eyes. And one of the first things that takes a hit on my to-do list? Mealtime. While I continued to prioritize whole ingredients and nutritionally backed recipes, I found myself with less and less time to do the shopping, prepping, and cooking required for all the foods we liked to eat. And even when I could find the time, you can bet I would rather be bonding with my child than spending hours at the store or in the kitchen. Which is why Nurture Life has become one of my favorite #momhacks for getting healthy (and delicious) meals in front of my toddler. And they’re giving our readers a $50 value in Nurture Life meals. (Use code MOTHERLY for $25 off your first 2 orders for a limited time.) Here are five reasons why this was such a game-changer: 1. It’s super convenient. Once you pick your plan (baby, toddler, or kid), Nurture Life will deliver five or 10 meals per week to your doorstep. Meaning a professional has done all the heavy lifting of planning the dietitian-approved recipes, sourcing the ingredients, and even prepping the dish. All you have to do is warm up the meal in the microwave and oven-safe food tray. (Yep, no extra dishes to wash. Win- win .) 2. It’s healthy by design. This is not your typical pre-made dinner. Each Nurture Life meal is designed by a chef and registered pediatric dietitian, with all the ingredients sourced from quality farmers and purveyors—so produce is in season and organic whenever possible—and all meat and seafood is sustainably and naturally raised. As a result, your child is regularly consuming the produce and protein they need to grow and stay healthy, without worrying about any unnecessary additives. Ever since I found out I was pregnant, what I put in my body (and therefore my baby’s body) has been so important to me. Now that I’m training my child to make her own food choices, it gives me peace of mind knowing that Nurture Life has done the heavy lifting in providing safe, nutritious options—and helping me teach my daughter that healthy should also be delicious. 3. It’s quick. When I’m home with my daughter, I rarely get more than 15-30 minutes to scrape together a meal before she’s asking me to play or hold her or help her find a lost toy—hardly enough time to craft a healthy, delicious meal we both feel good about. And, truthfully, I’d so much rather be spending my time with her than bent over the stove. Nurture Life helps me get that time back. All I do is heat them up for a few minutes until warm and serve. And then it’s back to being where we both really want to be. 4. It’s safe. Unlike conventional commercial meals and snacks for children, Nurture Life won’t feed your child anything their founders wouldn’t feed their own families. As a result, they subscribe to a firm never-ever list—they never add preservatives, artificial colors or flavors, trans fats, or high fructose corn syrup in any of their recipes. Their meals are also free from peanut, tree nut (except coconut), and shellfish. And all ingredients are clearly listed on their site and on meal labels to avoid any potential allergens. 5. It’s delicious… even for picky eaters. Nurture Life is proof that gourmet-quality meals don’t have to be intimidating. When the ingredients are high quality and the flavor is on point, even macaroni and cheese with cauliflower can feel high-end. Whenever I serve a Nurture Life meal, my daughter happily gobbles down everything from tortellini with peas to salmon teriyaki—and I may even sneak in a bite here and there myself! It’s the perfect antidote for our picky eaters. Some of Nurture Life’s classic kid favorites are available throughout the year, but they also have amazing seasonal menus to introduce variety. I’ll probably never have as many hours in a day as I truly need. But with Nurture Life , I do get time to savor the moments I really want to enjoy. Use code MOTHERLY for $25 off your first 2 orders for a limited time—a $50 value. This article is sponsored by Nurture Life . Thank you for supporting the brands that support Motherly and mamas. The latest Life 7 months pregnant on the campaign trail: How motherhood has changed the way I view politics Style Zooey Deschanel’s tips on how to get holiday party-ready (without putting your finger through your tights while your kids are yelling for dinner) Motherly Stories What is the ‘gratitude trap’? How gratitude can keep us stuck Getting Pregnant What to know about using supplements for fertility—and when to start taking them in preconception