Nurture Life
Prepared mealsFresh, dietitian-designed meals for babies, toddlers and kids
What customers say
Parents who use Nurture Life mostly praise fresh, kid-sized meals that survive picky-eater scrutiny and free up weeknight time. The recurring criticisms are cost once shipping is added, short fridge life, and hit-or-miss acceptance by very selective eaters.
At a glance
The facts, normalized
Price
$7.69/meal
Category
Prepared meals
Shipping
$11.99
Prep time
Heat & eat
Menu size
37/wk
Frequency
Weekly
Min meals/wk
7
Max meals/wk
21
Owned by
Nurture Life, Inc.
Founded
2015
HQ
Chicago, IL
Coverage
Contiguous US (48 states)
Our Score
Not yet scored
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Pricing & plans
What you'll actually pay
Priced per item or serving by category. Build a box to your budget.
- Kids Meals (ages 1 to 10)Flagship (feeds the headline price)Select premium meals carry a $2 surcharge.
- $7.69
- Finger Foods (10 months and up)
- $6.99
- Snacks, smoothies and oatsOaties from 8 months, smoothies from 1 year, Super Sammies and Mighty Bites from age 2.
- $6.50
Smallest plan is 7 items per week, with $5 off at 10 items, $10 off at 14 and $15 off at 21. Shipping is a flat $11.99.
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60% off plus free shipping on your first order
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What customers say
Recurring themes
Patterns that recur across review platforms and forums, summarized in our words.
01
Picky-eater wins, with limits
Many parents report children accepting hidden-vegetable meals, while others say their most selective eaters still refused them.
02
Fresh but short-lived
Meals arrive refrigerated rather than frozen, and parents note tight enjoy-by dates that force planning. Most items can be frozen at home for up to 90 days.
03
Price adds up
Per-item prices look small, but a 7-item minimum plus $11.99 shipping lands around $55 to $70 a week for one child.
04
Service and consistency
Parents repeatedly call out responsive customer support and reliable weekly deliveries.
Pros & cons
What people single out
+ Most praised
- Picky-eater acceptance
- Fresh kid-sized portions
- Responsive support
- One-minute prep
− Most complained
- Shipping fee
- Short shelf life
- Rejection by picky kids
- Weekly cost creep
Menu & dietary fit
What's on the menu
Diet options
VegetarianGluten-Free friendly
Cooking level
none
Heat & eat — no cooking
Best for
Families
Menu rotation
37 recipes/wk
Refreshed weekly
Top alternatives
Compared with the field
Other highly-rated services.
Frequently asked
Common questions
What ages does Nurture Life serve?
Product lines span roughly 8 months to 10 years. Oaties start at 8 months, Finger Foods at 10 months, Kids Meals cover ages 1 to 10, and snacks such as Super Sammies and Mighty Bites start at age 2.
How much does Nurture Life cost?
Items are priced individually: Finger Foods at $6.99, Kids Meals at $7.69, and snacks from about $6.50, with some premium meals $2 more. Plans start at 7 items a week, and larger plans earn $5 to $15 off. Shipping is a flat $11.99.
Is Nurture Life a subscription?
Yes, it is a weekly subscription with no commitment. You can skip weeks, change items, or cancel online at any time before your weekly order cutoff.
Is the food fresh or frozen?
Meals ship fresh at refrigerated temperatures, never frozen. Most items can be frozen at home for up to 90 days if you want to extend their life.
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