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POSTPARTUM NOURISHMENT

Lotus Heart Congee

A soft evening congee for rest, replenishment, and calming the spirit. Gentle and lightly sweet, this nourishing congee was inspired by traditional ingredients often used to support deep rest and postpartum restoration.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1/4 cup millet
  • 1/3 cup dried lotus seeds
  • 2-3 TBSP dried longan fruit
  • 1-2 tsp goji berries
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 TBSP coconut oil
  • Tiny pinch of sea salt
  • 8-9 cups water
TCM Intention
  • Lotus seeds ground and nourish
  • Longan and goji support blood
  • Millet creates a soft foundation
  • Cinnamon adds gentle warmth
Directions
  1. Rinse the rice, millet, and lotus seeds well.
  2. Simmer with water for 60-90 minutes until creamy.
  3. Stir in longan and goji in the final 15 minutes.
  4. Finish with vanilla, coconut oil, and salt.
The Intention

Lotus seeds are traditionally used to ground and nourish the spirit, while longan and goji berries gently support blood and emotional restoration. Together with a base of easy-to-digest millet and rice, this congee is crafted to provide deep, quiet replenishment for the tender postpartum period.

Ingredients

1/2 cup white rice

1/4 cup millet

1/3 cup dried lotus seeds

2–3 TBSP dried longan fruit

1–2 tsp goji berries

1 cinnamon stick

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 TBSP coconut oil

Tiny pinch of sea salt

8–9 cups water

Optional Toppings

Extra goji berries

Toasted black sesame

Raw honey after cooking

Crushed walnuts

Directions

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Rinse the rice, millet, and lotus seeds well.

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Add the rice, millet, lotus seeds, cinnamon stick, and water to a large pot. Bring to a gentle boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 60–90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick, creamy, and soft. Add additional water if needed.

During the final 15 minutes, stir in the longan fruit and goji berries.

Remove the cinnamon stick. Stir in the vanilla, coconut oil, and a tiny pinch of sea salt.

Serve warm and slowly, preferably in the evening or during quiet moments of rest.

Nutritional Benefits

Lotus Seeds

Traditionally used to ground and nourish the spirit while supporting kidney and heart health during deep postpartum rest.

Goji & Longan

A powerhouse duo for blood restoration and emotional softness, rich in antioxidants and gentle warming energy.

Nourishing Grains

White rice and millet provide a soft, easy-to-digest foundation that replenishes Qi and settles the digestive system.

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