MEALS FOR MOMS...What do you think of this? I really need some MOMS imput!!

[Preggomom2teens]

Ok, so I have been really thinking of this a lot lately. I used to have my own catering company when I lived in CO, and I absolutely LOVE to cook! If I could be barefoot, padding around my kitchen, cooking all day....I would be in HEAVEN! The fact that I am pregnant right now, kind of makes me a stereo-type!

I will be 38 on October 14th, and have worked all my life...from flying for the Air Force during Desert Storm (I was a boom operator), to an accountant for 14 years. One of my "conditions" to get pregnant this late in life, was that I wanted to be able to finally stay home with my baby and enjoy her. But, I am also not stupid, and realize that we have to keep the money coming in too. I will be going after my real estate license after Victoria is born.

But, what I have been really thinking about is this....a "Meals for Mom" catering company. I would offer a variety of meals, fully prepared by me, and including "lighter" dishes, as well. This would be especially helpful for new moms who can't really bother with cooking after first coming home from the hospital, and the daddy's who would get to eat something other than just pizza. I could price it by a per day basis, with discounts for those who choose the week package. I would deliver the meals in freezer containers, ready to be heated and served. This could be something that a family member could purchase for the new parents as a gift to be used at any time. Or something the new father could get for his family as extra help. I could even offer to cook one of the meals in the family's home or show them how to make a dish, for those who really dont know how to cook.

What do you gals think? Do you think this would be something that would appeal to enough people? Let me know your ideas and if this is something that YOU would appreciate if offered to you? Or am I just out of my mind? Thank you ladies!!! 

 

[mandalin003]

Oct. 2, 2007 at 3:05 PM I think that would be neat!

[Krina]

Oct. 2, 2007 at 3:07 PM i think this is an awesome idea      ive thought about doing something similar to this as well    with my hectic life i know i would buy something like this if it was in my area   I hate fast food and would rather a home cooked meal    i would of loved this after i had my baby  and that is actually why i thought about something like it

[Shawnika]

Oct. 2, 2007 at 3:25 PM

Smells like a great idea--go for it!!!

[diana3]

Oct. 2, 2007 at 4:06 PM

Heck yeah..but it would have to be locally only if you go in and cook for them, maybe you could also think about preparing dishes that could be frozen and all they need to do is heat up..Sounds like you could be on to something...

[candice1226]

Oct. 2, 2007 at 4:57 PM I think thats a great idea!! I know i could have really used you a couple months ago!! You go girl!!!

[delynn66]

Oct. 2, 2007 at 8:58 PM

I have a friend who does that and she loves it!  Her husband is a pilot and she wants to be home for her kids, so she is a personal chef. She calls it Deliciously Delivered!

Sounds like a great idea just have to make sure you live in an area with people who have disposable income to do something like that.

 Good luck!

[inovermyhead520]

Oct. 3, 2007 at 9:43 PM Sounds great! Think about marketing it to those that are in the midst of moving house. When we were in our house with just about nothing for a week some meals were cooked and delivered for us, it was a godsend.
Good Luck with it!

[inovermyhead520]

Oct. 3, 2007 at 9:45 PM Also there is a new franchise here in RI called Super Suppers, not sure if you have them in your area but might be worth checking out their site when you are making your business plan for comparison.

[Duchy0901]

Oct. 15, 2007 at 4:49 AM That would be a great company.. I lost so much weight with Ry cause I didnt have time to cook or even eat so this would be a great idea at affordable prices!

[QueenMalieka]

Nov. 6, 2007 at 8:40 AM  I think that's an awesome idea , We actually have several companies like that in Cali ,So I know it would go over well it does here .I would definitely try it out whats to lose ?Mwah,Malieka