Chef / Diet

Here at River Ridge East, we understand the need for extra energy as you recover from labour and birth, and to meet the needs of your newborn baby. Your body will need fuel to keep you going and to restore nutrients back into your system after birth. River Ridge East is proud to have an onsite chef who prepares freshly each day nutritious meals to help you recover. Our high quality and highly praised meals are delectable, healthy and can be adapted to meet dietary or cultural needs. 

We understand that there is never a schedule for the arrival of a baby so we have meals available for our new mums 24/7. Even if you arrive at 2am in the morning, we will have a nutritious meal here for you!

Having an in house chef means that we can cater meals to a range of dietary needs and requirements. Vegetarian, gluten free, egg free, dairy free and halal options are all available from the River Ridge East kitchen. 

We also provide a lactation slice which is made fresh for our new mums to support and encourage the production of breast milk. 

Each day during your stay you will be provided with a daily menu to choose from, including complimentary breakfast (for you and your support person) and a three-course lunch and dinner of your choice. Dinners are also available for your support person upon request for a fee of $15 and must be ordered at reception by midday.