The first few months after having our sweet little boy, Roddy, felt like living underwater — everything moved slowly while the days flew by. No matter how much Josh and I prepped for the magical, newborn phase, real life is way messier.
We tag-teamed nights and ran on fumes, frozen dinners, and local takeout that always took an hour — at least. Between the exhaustion and delivery fees, it was pricey. Plus, I’m trying to lose some baby weight. So, greasy Pad Thai at 10 p.m. was not helping.
One night, I was wiped out. I hopped on my phone and found HelloFresh. Josh thought it could be a brilliant solution. After all, it’s America’s #1 Choice for Home Cooking.
I was blown away by the variety and how streamlined HelloFresh is — exactly what Josh and I needed.
Here’s why a HelloFresh subscription could save your life:
1. Time Back In Our Days
HelloFresh eliminates meal planning, desperate shopping lists, or drifting along the grocery aisles in a daze. I’m that tired. No more hauling heavy bags with Roddy on one hip. Now, everything we need is delivered straight to our door, with pre-measured ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes.
Josh and I tend to lean on the delicious Quick & Easy meals because they’re ready in 30 minutes — or less! Talk about a time — and stress — saver!
2. Variety Without Thinking
Since Roddy arrived, I just don’t have the brainpower to meal plan. But HelloFresh has 100+ weekly recipes across plans like Meat & Veggies, Veggie, Family Friendly, Fit & Wholesome, and Pescatarian.
Favorites? The Lean Mean Chicken and Greens with Rosemary Potatoes from the Quick & Easy has been a life saver on busy nights. Josh has loved the mouth-watering Mediterranean Couscous Bowls with Hummus & Cucumber Salad on our vegetarian nights. And he’s obsessed with the Rapid Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli. All three recipes are ready in 30 minutes or less — quicker than ordering takeout.
3. Healthier Choices, Made Easy
Crafted by professional chefs, HelloFresh makes it simple to take control of what goes on our plate — and into our bodies. Even on hectic days, we’re eating balanced, home-cooked food made from tons of fresh veggies and a wide range of wholesome options. It feels good knowing we’re building healthy habits from the start.
4. A Moment of “Me Time”
No more panicking about what’s for dinner. HelloFresh takes the decision-making off our plate — literally. With easy-to-follow recipe cards and pre-portioned ingredients delivered right to your door, I never waste my brainpower on the process. And that saved time? It gives me a chance to breathe, regroup, and focus on myself for a few moments — so I can show up with more energy and love for Roddy and Josh.
5. Less Waste, More Freedom
Lately, waste is on my mind — between diapers, wipes, and the mountain of packaging that comes with new-baby everything. Our family’s carbon footprint suddenly feels very real. That’s why I love that HelloFresh sends pre-portioned ingredients that help us cut down on food waste.
No more forgotten produce spoiling at the back of the fridge. Everything shows up in a recyclable box, with just the right amount for each meal. It’s better for the planet, better for our budget — and one less thing to feel guilty about.
Final Thoughts
Ever since having Roddy, life’s super unpredictable. And HelloFresh gets that — everything about it is built for flexibility. You can pause or cancel anytime, and their 100% satisfaction guarantee means if something’s not perfect with your first box, they’ll make it right.
We’re finally finding our rhythm as a young family, and HelloFresh helps bring the joy. It’s easy to use, consistently tasty, and gives us the kind of fresh, home-cooked meals without stress. In our busy lives, HelloFresh has us covered, so we can focus on what really counts: each other.