Have you heard of postpartum compression leggings? They can be a real game changer when you’re trying to feel (and look) a little more like you did pre-baby. Plus, they’re super comfy! And here’s the secret you should know: while most postpartum compression garments do more harm than good, postpartum compression leggings are the option […]
What Is “The Golden Month”? The period of the first 40 or 42 days after childbirth is called “Sacred Window” in Ayurveda and “The Golden Month” in Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). During this time, there is an emphasis on the significance of physical and emotional healing for the mother. Moreover, the healing and recovery she […]
The Cheat Sheet: 10 Foods to Support Your C-Section Healing My Postpartum Nutrition Journey There is a lot of information out there about eating healthy during pregnancy, and with the exception of a few too many bowls of Fruity Pebbles, I think I did a pretty good job of making nutrition a priority. I limited […]
Lately I’ve been thinking about the sheer amount of preparation that goes into bringing a baby home. You’ve got the nursery (mostly) ready, the hospital bag checklist marked off, and you have more tiny baby clothes than you’ll need in a lifetime. But what about YOU, mama? Are you ready to take care of yourself […]
When we embark on the journey of motherhood, we imagine the joy of holding our baby for the first time, the precious moments of bonding, and the adventures that await. What we often don’t anticipate, however, are the unexpected twists and turns along the way. For some, like me, this journey involves a C-section and […]
I still remember the thrill of packing my diaper bag for the first time while I was getting ready for our baby. It felt like such a huge milestone–she was about to actually be earth-side! I delicately gathered and organized every item I was sure our little one would need, along with a few goodies […]
Picture this: you’re holding your new baby in the first couple of days after birth, and tears begin to fall. You have no idea why this is happening because nothing is technically wrong. While it would be easy to brush them off as “happy tears” that you just don’t quite understand, this isn’t always true. […]
Having a new baby is a whirlwind of cuddles, diaper changes, emotions, and exhaustion– the last thing on most of our minds is figuring out what to make for dinner! After all, if you’re anything like me, planning meals is hard enough normally; throw a newborn into the mix, and it can seem downright impossible. […]
What if I told you there was a way to receive hands-on care for yourself, your newborn, and the rest of the family after childbirth? All it takes is answering a simple question: should you hire a postpartum doula? The first days of new parenthood are a bittersweet blend of love, excitement, exhaustion, and often […]