The Fruit
Organic Whole Date Powder
Whole dates, dried and ground. Dates are naturally nutrient-dense and rich in dietary fiber. Expecting mothers have traditionally consumed dates in the weeks leading to delivery.
More Fruit, Less Labor.
Your daily dates, without the daily work. Fruits of Labor turns 6+ dates into a rich cocoa smoothie in about a minute.
- 6+ Dates Per Serving
- 20g Protein Per Serving
- Rich in Fiber
Shop the BlendSix Dates a Day
The last thing you need before labor is more labor.
Fruits of Labor was conceived by moms who believe in the benefits of date consumption before delivery but didn’t have the energy to repeatedly prepare them in more palatable ways. After experiencing these struggles in multiple pregnancies, we wanted to make it easier on third trimester moms in the same boat. Fruits of Labor’s easy-to-make date blend offers a straightforward way to prepare a daily date smoothie that you’ll actually enjoy drinking day after day.
How Many Dates a Day?
Fruits of Labor takes away the guesswork. You’ve likely heard the phrase six dates a day, but clinical studies have adjusted this recommendation based on the size and type of date. Each serving of Fruits of Labor’s Labor Support Blend contains the equivalent of 70g of whole dates, meeting the recommended threshold used in most clinical studies studying dates and labor.
From real moms who know the daily date grind
What’s in it
A Fruitful Combination
Ingredients worth the effort, without the effort.
The Seed
Date Seed Powder
The pit of the date, roasted and ground. Date seed powder naturally contains fatty acids and a range of polyphenolic plant compounds studied for their antioxidant properties. It also gives the blend its signature hint of mocha flavoring without the coffee or caffeine.
The Protein
Grass-Fed Collagen Peptides
Sourced from grass-fed cattle and broken down into smaller peptides for optimal mixing and absorption. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and a key building block of skin, bones, and connective tissue.
The Flavor
Natural Cocoa
100% non-alkalized cocoa, meaning it retains the naturally occurring polyphenols and flavanols that are otherwise significantly reduced with common alkalizing treatments.
Ingredients: Organic Whole Date Powder, Collagen Peptides (Bovine), Date Seed Powder, Cocoa Powder, Sea Salt, Vanilla Bean.
The Research
A New Chapter in an Old Tradition
Dates have been traditionally consumed by women in their third trimester of pregnancy, a tradition that dates back over thousands of years. This long-standing practice has garnered attention from the research community, spurring the completion of 48 clinical trials to examine the potential effects of this enduring tradition on pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.
Learn More About the ResearchThe Areas of Focus:
- Cervical readiness: Some studies found that consuming dates supported greater cervical dilation and higher Bishop scores (a measure of how prepared the cervix is for labor).1
- Labor duration: Several studies associated date consumption with shorter portions of labor, particularly the early and active phases.2
- Labor interventions: Researchers have also examined rates of labor induction and augmentation, medical procedures used to initiate or strengthen contractions. Some studies reported lower intervention rates among participants who consumed dates.3
- Spontaneous labor: Some research observed higher rates of labor beginning naturally, although findings have not been consistent across studies.4
The above findings concern date fruit consumption studied in varied forms and amounts. They have not yet been established specifically for a date powder blend.
Learn More About the ResearchHow it works
Minimal Labor Required
- 1
Combine
Combine approximately 1 cup of ice,
¾ cup of milk, and
2 scoops of Labor Support Blend.
- 2
Blend
Blend until smooth.
- 3
Sip
Relax and let your smoothie do the work.
What Moms Are Saying
“Being 8 months pregnant, I loved how much easier it was to make a smoothie with the date powder compared to blending raw dates! Saved me so much time.”
— Kathy
“The [Labor Support Blend as a brew, under its earlier name] is amazing. I loved how there was a hint of coffee-taste, giving me that morning ritual back without the caffeine.”
— Danielle
“I’m 2 months postpartum and I still sneak a cup of the [Labor Support Blend as a brew, under its earlier name] at night. It’s just that good!”
— Maddy
“As a pregnant mom, I find myself craving my daily chocolate date protein smoothie every single day. So delicious and filling.”
— Allison
Frequently Asked
When should I start?
Many women start eating dates daily at around 36 weeks. Talk with your healthcare provider about what’s right for you, especially if you have gestational diabetes or other conditions.
How many dates are in a serving?
Each 2-scoop serving is made with 6+ dates’ worth of whole date powder.
What does it taste like?
Rich cocoa with a hint of mocha from the roasted date seed. Think chocolate milkshake, not health food.
Does it have caffeine?
Roasted date seed has no caffeine. Cocoa naturally contains small amounts of related compounds, so ask your provider if you’re limiting caffeine.
How many servings are in a bag?
15 servings in each 44 oz (1248g) bag.
Meet the Experts Behind Fruits of Labor
Ally Newton, RN
Head of Product Development
Ally Newton is one of the innovators behind Fruits of Labor. With a Nursing degree from Brigham Young University and as a mother of almost three, Ally knows the physical demands of late-stage pregnancy intimately. After struggling to consume six sticky dates a day during her own pregnancies, she helped develop a practical solution for modern mothers.
Madison Marriott, JD
Legal & Content Director
Madison Marriott first thought of Fruits of Labor during her second pregnancy, when she struggled to find the time to prepare her daily dates in a palatable way. She became determined to find a way to make date consumption easier for busy women preparing for labor. Madison works as our legal and content director, ensuring our brand communicates with clarity and compliance. With prior experience as an immigration attorney and law clerk to the U.S. Department of Justice in Arizona and Utah, Madison brings a diverse professional background to Fruits of Labor.
James Newton, MD, MS
Chief Medical Advisor
As a pediatrician supporting neonatal transition in the delivery room, Dr. James Newton sees the outcomes of both smooth and complicated labor courses. Specializing in clinical research, Dr. Newton ensures our products are rooted in evidence to safely support your pregnancy journey. With a background in medical innovation and bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh, he has successfully designed and launched medical products to a global market.
Trace Marriott, CMO
Chief Marketing Officer
Trace Marriott helps bring our products to market and transforms our scientific formulations into seamless customer experiences. He brings a commitment to genuine, customer-first products and a commitment to improving the labor experience for his wife, Madison, as well as other mothers looking for solutions to date fatigue.