Meal Prep Tips for Busy Mums: How to Simplify Healthy Eating, Stay on Track, and Reset with Low-Calorie Meal Preps
I get asked this question all the time: Can meal prep really help with healthy eating and weight loss? Short answer: yes! And meal prep is also a great way to do a 5-day reset and ensure your food shopping checklist is all sorted for the week.
But if you're wondering how to make meal prep work for you, keep reading for my top meal prep tips for busy mums and how to keep your meals low-calorie and easy to prepare for weight loss.
1. Ask Yourself, What Do I Feel Like Eating?
Meal prep isn’t just about cooking any random meal. To stay on track with healthy eating, ask yourself what you truly want to eat for the week. If you plan meals you look forward to, you'll stick to your prep and feel great about the food you're eating.
2. Plan Your Meals: Start Small
Meal prep is a great way to do a 3 day reset, and it's all about starting small. You don’t need to prep for the whole week; try prepping for just 3 days. Focus on low-calorie high protein meals and choose meals that will keep you feeling full. Whether it’s prepping a healthy breakfast, lunch, or snacks, make sure to keep your meal plans realistic and manageable. Find a meal prep and meal planning system that works for you.
3. Write a Shopping List
The most time-saving tip for meal prep is having a shopping list ready. It keeps you on track and ensures you get everything you need for the week, including quick healthy snacks and low-calorie meals. This also helps reduce food waste and avoids last-minute decisions that might not align with your healthy eating goals. Check out my healthy eats and weekly meal planners to make your weekly meal planning easy! They'll also help you hit your protein and calorie intake.
4. Set Aside Time for Meal Prep
For me, Sunday meal prep is the go-to time, but if you’re a busy mum, you can choose another time or day that fits your schedule. Setting aside time for a healthy meal prep will help you eat healthy consistently. When your meals are already prepared, you avoid the temptation to grab something unhealthy when you’re hungry and tired.
5. Cook in Batches & Freeze Leftovers
You can cook in large batches so that you have freezer meals ready when you are feeling tired, don't want to cook and just need a lazy meal. Prepping low-calorie meals that can be frozen is a great way to stretch your time and reduce the stress of cooking each day.
6. Be Creative With Your Meal Prep
Meal prep is not just about the basics! You can get creative and try out new recipes that you haven’t gotten around to trying. I’ve prepped everything from high protein pancakes to healthy cupcakes to one pan meals, family friendly dinners—meal prep is all about flexibility. You can easily adapt your meal plan to suit your tastes and ensure you’re staying on track with weight loss goals and within your daily calories.
7. Prep in a Way That Works for You
Meal prep should work with your lifestyle, not against it! Whether you're preparing low-calorie snacks, full meals or just prepping your ingredients like cutting up fresh fruit and vegetables, choose recipes and methods that fit your needs and preferences. Meal prep for weight loss can be simple—make it easy for yourself by using easy-to-follow simple recipes.
8. Make Meal Prep a Habit
Like any new habit, meal prep takes time to get used to. But once you make it a regular part of your routine, it becomes second nature. Start with just 2-3 days of prep, and before you know it, you’ll be meal prepping every weekend without thinking twice. You'll love the convenience and ease it brings to your week.
9. Get Excited About Your Prepped Meals!
There’s no better feeling than waking up and knowing you have a delicious and healthy meal waiting for you. Whether it’s a high-protein breakfast or a ready-to-go lunch, meal prep ensures that your meals are both satisfying and aligned with your healthy eating goals. Plus, it helps you avoid making unhealthy choices when you’re short on time.
Meal Prep Made Easy for Busy Mums
Meal prep doesn't have to be complicated! Start small, get organized, and make it a habit. It’s a great way to do a 5-day reset, stay on track with your healthy eating, and prevent those last-minute unhealthy snack choices. Ready to have your healthy high protein meal prep made in minutes? check out my Real Nourish meal prep mixes, which are low-calorie and packed with high-protein ingredients—designed for busy mums like you and me, who need fast and healthy meal prep solutions.
Get Started Today: Simplify Your Meal Prep Routine and Stay on Track with Healthy Eating!