Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Meals & Menu
1 serving of rice (brown rice for lunch / five-grain rice for dinner)
1 serving of meat
1 serving of vegetables
1 soup (SWS28 herbal soup for lunch / slow-cooked soup for dinner)
1 beverage (Dangshen & red date tea for lunch / herbal tea for dinner)
1 dessert (included with dinner)
If you have preferences or restrictions, let us know. We will adjust as long as it remains within a balanced lactation diet.
- C-section : First 3–7 days are alcohol‑free, non‑bloating, non‑tonifying (light fish soup). Herbal tonics start after wound stability
We avoid ginseng, leek, malt
- Oil: small amount of high-quality oil (black sesame oil etc)
- Salt: normal amount (no-salt diets may worsen edema)
You can request a "light version" when ordering.
The minimum order is 7 days of lunch and dinner. If you have special requests, please feel free to discuss them with our customer service team.
The natural umami comes from the ingredients themselves — such as broth made from fish, chicken bones, pork bones, and vegetables — enhanced with just a small amount of seasoning (like salt and soy sauce) to elevate the flavor and make it easier to digest.
❌ No preservatives added
❌ No bouillon cubes or artificial seasoning powders
Food Quality & Safety
We start ingredient prep at 6am and cooking at 7am. No overnight meals, no pre‑made or frozen meal kits.
You can book a tour of our open‑view glass kitchen
- Chefs wearing hairnets, masks, gloves
- Separate handling of raw and cooked foods
Welcome to book Confinement Omakase tasting
Our herbs are tested sulfur‑free, heavy‑metal‑free, bacteria‑free. Ginger is used to expel cold and wind.
Jaundice is caused by the newborn's immature liver, not by herbs or ginger in breast milk.
👉 If you are still concerned, pause for 2–3 days, then we resume.
Peanuts cooked in soup do not affect wound healing (only deep‑fried peanuts are discouraged).
Peanuts actually help increase breast milk supply, beneficial for C‑section moms.
We use deep‑sea fish rich in Omega‑3, which aids recovery. Mushrooms provide fiber for digestion. Neither affects lochia odor.
Herbal Soups & Recovery
This system consists of 28 postpartum-specific herbal formulas, which rotate according to the three-stage principle: Release →Replenish →Rejuvanate.
All herbs have been tested for pesticides, heavy metals, and sulfur residues.
- SWS28 herbal soup : Stage‑specific therapeutic formula to expel lochia, repair uterus, replenish qi & blood
We use mild‑tasting herbs(astragalus, red dates, goji berries, angelica root) and dilute with chicken/pork bone broth.
We adjust the formula for the "tonifying stage" – it will not be too heaty and helps complete your recovery.
- C-section : Day 10 after birth (to ensure wound stability)
Mild herbs generally don't conflict, but if you take anticoagulants or diabetes medication, individual assessment is needed. We can adjust the formula.
Delivery & Thermal Bag Return
Additionally, we have a central kitchen in Singapore (located at MacPherson) delivering island‑wide, excluding Sentosa and Tuas
The driver will call you upon arrival.
• Every two weeks, simply return the items to our designated recycling staff.
• On the final day of your meal plan, we will provide a disposable insulated bag.
We send push notifications.
Tasting & How to Order
We recommend ordering 2–3 months in advance. Last‑minute orders depend on daily capacity – not guaranteed.
Please contact customer service for inquiries
• Vaginal delivery : Notify us when you're admitted; we start after birth (lunch or dinner)
• C‑section : You can eat 4–6 hours after surgery; we schedule accordingly
We reset your start date and adjust the first week's menu based on your actual delivery method. No extra fees, no penalty.
We accept bank transfer and credit card.
Disposable Packaging
We use high-temperature resistant, leak-proof, sealed disposable hygienic packaging sourced from local factories in Johor Bahru. All containers come with food-grade safety certificates, proving they are bacteria-free and safe for hot foods.
Disposable packaging also prevents cross-contamination from sharing utensils with others, which is a great help for postpartum mummies who are in a weakened state.
All food containers meet *food‑grade safety standards*, BPA‑free and phthalate‑free.
Pregnancy & Postpartum Guide
2–4 different dishes every day
Different herbal recipes for each stage
Freshly cooked meals
This is too tiring for any elder.
What we often see working well is: mother-in-law takes care of the baby, you focus on resting, and Zheng Shan Liang handles the cooking — so no one gets exhausted.
You can also order just our two deliveries a day (lunch & dinner), and let your mother-in-law prepare only breakfast.
Confinement herbal soups are designed for postpartum lochia expulsion and repair. Blood‑activating herbs may be unsafe during late pregnancy.
However, you can *taste* beforehand to know the flavor, then start after birth.
Our herbal formulas are screened for ingredients safe for infants
Some herbs (astragalus, angelica) may even improve breast milk quality. If still concerned, consult your pediatrician.
• C-section : About 7–10 days, with waterproof wound cover
Dry hair immediately after washing and avoid cold drafts.
We recommend 妈妈汤包 (available for purchase).
The traditional "no water" rule came from poor water quality. Modern advice: drink 2000–2500cc warm water daily to aid metabolism, lactation, and prevent constipation.
Our herbal drinks (Codonopsis & red date tea, wellness tea) also hydrate.
• Warning signs : Suddenly bright red again, heavy flow (soaking a pad in 1 hour), foul smell, fever
Mini-Confinement (Miscarriage)
Miscarriage (natural or induced) still stresses the uterus and body. Without proper recovery, you may face menstrual disorders, chronic pelvic pain, or even infertility.
Mini‑confinement follows the same logic as full‑term confinement – at least 14–28 days is strongly recommended.
You still need: expel lochia → repair uterus → restore qi & blood.
We strongly recommend adding SWS28 herbal soup, not just drinking regular soup.
After a miscarriage, the body is weak and immunity is lowered. Overexertion may lead to long-term aftereffects such as back pain, headaches, and menstrual irregularities.
If you must return to work, you can order meals to be delivered to your workplace to help nourish your body, while ensuring you get adequate rest.
A complete mini‑confinement (including herbal soups) significantly reduces the risk of another miscarriage.
