One of the best ways to eat well, stay nourished, and save money is to shop for seasonal produce. But if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably grabbed a recipe book, made a list, and then realised half the ingredients aren’t in season—either they’re impossible to find, or they cost a small fortune. That’s where seasonal eating changes the game It’s a practical way to nourish postpartum mamas with food that is nutrient dense and affordable.

This autumn, I want to make things simple by sharing what’s in season right now here in Australia and share some autumn postpartum meal inspiration from the Village for Mama books. Here’s your guide to what’s in season this autumn and which warming, nutrient dense Village for Mama recipes are perfect for an autumn postpartum.

Seasonal Produce in Australia – Autumn

Fruits

Apple, banana, lemon, lime, Orange, pear, raspberries, rhubarb, strawberries

Vegetables

Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Capsicum, Carrot, Corn, Eggplant, Fennel, Leek, Mushrooms, Potato, Pumpkin, Silverbeet, Spinach, Spring onion, Squash, Sweet Potato, Tomato, Zucchini

Herbs & Spices

Basil, Coriander, Dill, Garlic, Ginger, Lime, Lemongrass, Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme

Postpartum Autumn Menu

One Handed Bites for Postpartum & Beyond

• Miso, Mushroom & Wakame Burger Bites
• Bean, Zucchini & Halloumi Fritters
• Corn, Kimchi & Sweet Potato Pikelets
• Zucchini, Leek & Bacon Slice
• Spinach, Herb & Mushroom Quiches
• Rhubarb, Ginger & Thyme Muffins

Village for Mama – Nourishment for the Fourth Trimester

• Green Bites
• Sweet Potato, Ginger & Almond Butter Curry
• Glowing Greens Soup
• Beetroot, Fennel & Creamy Cauliflower Bake
• Caramelised Leek & Chicken Pie
• Apple, Pear & Ginger Crumble
• Spelt Banana Loaf

The Principles of Postpartum Nourishment – With Autumn In Mind

For postpartum mamas, the nourishment principles are always the same: warm, soft, easy-to-digest, and nutrient-dense meals. 

An autumn postpartum offers a unique opportunity to lean into the season’s natural rhythm of slowing down, reflecting, and preparing for the colder months ahead. The cooler weather invites cosy indoor moments, warm meals, and a natural inclination to rest and cocoon—a perfect complement to the postpartum need for recovery and nourishment.

Eating seasonally with postpartum in mind by focusing on fresh, affordable produce that’s naturally abundant, you’re supporting your recovery, your health, and even your local farmers.

I hope this gives you some food for thought when planning your postpartum this autumn and helps you choose recipes that are both postpartum-friendly and in season.

If you’re feeling inspired, you can find all of these recipes (and more) in the Whole Village Bundle, which includes both One Handed Bites for Postpartum and Beyond and the original Village for Mama cookbook.