Postpartum

When mothers give birth, they are generally overflowing with joy at the site of their new baby. The next 3 months can be hard with an imbalance of hormones, new schedules and relationships that require a lot of attention. This section will help families navigate the postpartum period.

ASK: I’m a new mom and I’m overwhelmed. What should I do?

Postpartum Gail Hart, Midwifery Instructor

Preparing Now For After Your Baby Is Born "I wish there was more for you. I wish we were like other developed nations where you...

ASK: How can hypnosis help me postpartum?

Postpartum Kerry Tuschhoff, HCHI, CHt, CI

ASK: I feel nervous for the first few weeks after my baby is born...

Postpartum Maria Milton, Midwife

New Moms Feel Anxious "If you are a brand new mom, trust me, you're...

ASK: What are herbs that help with my depression and anxiety after my baby...

Postpartum Cindy Collins, Herbalist

So some of the herbs that can be used postpartum to help with anxiety and depression are skullcap, passionflower and lemon balm. So these...

ASK: What are some herbs that can help my depression and anxiety after my...

Postpartum Cindy Collins, Herbalist

ASK: What does it mean if I’m feeling disconnected from my baby?

Postpartum Lori Barkladge

ASK: How can my partner best support me postpartum?

Postpartum Christi Jones, RN, CCE, CD

Postpartum Support Provided by the Partner (Dad, Grandparent, Friend, Other) "So directly after the baby's born, we like for doulas to kind of step back...

Liz Burkholder- Birthpedia Contributor and clinical hypnotherapist -postpartum-

ASK: How can I move on from a traumatic birth experience?

Postpartum Liz Burkholder

Healing After Birth Traumas "I personally experienced a very traumatic birth experience. Luckily my daughter is okay and well today, but it was very traumatic....

ASK: Is it safe to take an anti-depressant anxiety medication while breastfeeding

Postpartum Liz Burkholder

Are Anti-Depressant Anxiety Medication Safe to Take While Breastfeeding? Anti-Depressant Anxiety Medication: "So because during...

DO: Postpartum Workout Pt 2

Fitness Sara Pelfrey, Certified Fitness Instructor

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Postpartum

ASK: What do I need to be aware of when talking about my birth trauma to a support person?

ASK: How do I find local lactation consultants?

ASK: When should my newborn go to the hospital nursery?

ASK: I just gave birth to my baby who has a cone-head, is this normal?

ASK: Should I be alarmed that my baby is going into the NICU?

ASK: What are some tips to help prevent myself as a new mom from feeling overwhelmed?

ASK: What are some comfort measures I can do at home after a surgical delivery (C-section)?

ASK: What is the best way I can reduce stress for myself as a new mother?