How to Set Up a Meal Train for New Parents

New parents need food. A meal train organizes help from friends and family.

How It Works

People sign up to bring or deliver meals on specific days after baby arrives. Usually runs 2-4 weeks.

How to Set One Up

• Use MealTrain.com, TakeThemAMeal.com, or SignUpGenius
• Include dietary restrictions and preferences
• Note preferred delivery time and instructions
• Set start date (usually a few days after birth)

Good Meals to Bring

Things that reheat well, can be eaten one-handed, and aren't too experimental. Lasagna, soups, casseroles, rotisserie chicken.

Etiquette

Use disposable containers or don't expect them back. Don't stay long—drop and go. Text arrival time.