Confinement Meals and Herbal Soups: What to Expect
In Chinese tradition, food is at the heart of confinement. Here is a general guide to help you ask better questions.
Small, frequent meals
Appetite and routines change after birth, so meals are often split up. Five meals a day is a common arrangement. Portion and taste matter most.
Herbal soups
Gentle herbal soups, often with ginger, red dates or angelica, are part of tradition. They are a food culture and personal choice. If you have a health condition or take medication, check with your doctor and tell the centre.
Simple principles
Balanced: protein, vegetables, grains and soup
Gentle: avoid very oily or harsh foods
Personal: share allergies and vegetarian needs
Warm drinks that suit you
5 questions to ask on a visit
How many meals a day, and how often does the menu change?
Is there a daily herbal soup?
How are ingredients prepared?
Can vegetarian or special diets be met?
Can I see the menu?
Our approach
EC Month serves 5 meals a day with a daily herbal soup, adjusted to each mum's needs. Book a visit: 010-337 0980
General information only, not medical advice.
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