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Hi guys, thanks for stopping by the blog today! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. I have a reader survey at the end of this post that I’m hoping you will help me with.

With a new baby coming, I’d really love to know what you guys really want to see on Bucket List Tummy as I continue to evolve. While I have ideas, I want to make sure they are catered to what you guys enjoy.

But, before we get to the survey, I wanted to share a little recap with you of some of the things I’ve started to prepare and freeze before the baby comes.

Meal Prep Ideas for Baby

I have been motivated to make freezer meals during pregnancy because I know just how helpful they will become.

Hopefully, this can help some of you in the future. Or, maybe, if you just want some meal prep (freezer) inspiration!

As with anything, I’ve tried to keep things super simple with meal prep. If you know me by now, I also try to keep my recipes super simple.

Simple is my jam.

So, here is some of what I’ve prepped so far.

1. Crockpot Salsa Chicken

I don’t have an official recipe for this but it’s SO easy you don’t need one. Just put as many chicken breasts as you want in the crockpot. Add a whole big can of salsa (we used a Costco type size and pour it on). Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours.

When it’s done, just shred the chicken! It’s already flavored with salsa, but you can surely add extra seasonings if you choose. We pre-portioned these out and froze them in small servings to reheat as necessary.

2. Tuna Casserole

My MIL made this while she was here last weekend and we froze it in smaller bags so if we just want 1-2 portions, we can reheat as necessary. I LOVEEE tuna casserole and feel like I haven’t had it in forever.

I’m not sure what recipe she used, but it is one that called for potato chips on top and they are delicious. The extra crunch was genius. It seems similar to this tuna casserole.

I forgot to take a picture of its entirety, sorry 🙁

3. Lasagna

Isn’t lasagna like the best meal prep ever? I am already looking forward to the day that I take it out of the freezer and devour it. Anything pasta related is delicious and high on my priority “EAT” list. I used this recipe.

4. Snack Bars

I’m a huge snacker so I know I NEED to have some snacks on hand. I’ve made a few rounds of energy bites to freeze, but I also wanted bars of some sort.

TBH, I probably wouldn’t make a ton of these bars because there were some weird ingredients I didn’t have (like arrowroot), but they are tasty! I used this recipe.

Speaking of snack bars, I also plan on making some of my nut free protein bars. I love how gooey and soft they are, so will be an easy snack to pop while breastfeeding, or when I need some extra energy.

5. Lemon Quinoa

We have plenty of lemon herb cheesy quinoa on hand right now since I literally made bunches of it. Did you know you can freeze quinoa?

You certainly can! I may pair this with the salsa chicken from above, or even the meatballs below!

6. Meatballs

Again, like pasta, these are just the easiest and tastiest thing to reheat. I could throw them on a salad, over pasta (that cooks in like 8 minutes), over quinoa, or just eat them as is!

I made a few batches of these, using this recipe. And they are waiting for me in the freezer!

7. Waffles

I haven’t forgotten about breakfast foods! Aside from egg muffins (the best, most portable snack ever), I’ve also made quite a few batches of waffles to freeze, like these Triple Berry Lactation Waffles.

I love having waffles/pancakes ready to just reheat when needed, so that is my plan.

What are some of your favorite recipes to make in bulk?