Welcoming a new life into the world is undoubtedly a beautiful experience. The journey can be filled with many rewarding moments. For many mothers, however, the postpartum journey brings its own set of challenges. No matter the status or tax bracket, mothers of many backgrounds are not exempt from postpartum struggles. Within the past year,… Continue reading How Celebrity Moms Handle Postpartum
Tag: postpartum
What Is the 5-5-5 Rule for Postpartum?
The ‘5-5-5 Rule’ for postpartum advocates for five days in bed, five days on the bed, and five days around the bed.
Postpartum Anxiety Is the Lesser Talked About Maternal Mood Disorder
Black maternal health isn’t just about the birth process, but it’s also about Black mom’s mental health. Thanks to the age of social media, more women are feeling comfortable to share their journeys with postpartum depression, but a lesser talked about mental health condition connected to childbirth is postpartum anxiety. A mom dealing with postpartum… Continue reading Postpartum Anxiety Is the Lesser Talked About Maternal Mood Disorder
Postpartum Essentials New Moms Actually Need
Whether you’re a first-time expectant mother or seasoned in the realm of childbirth, it’s safe to say that during this time you’re going to receive a lot of stuff. And while diaper towers and organic biodegradable pacifiers are useful, postpartum essentials for the mother’s care after childbirth are often overlooked — because a back massager… Continue reading Postpartum Essentials New Moms Actually Need
Learn How to Heal Your Core Postpartum with These Expert Tips
Pregnancy changes the body in many ways, and it can take time for the body to recover postpartum. While “mommy makeovers” have gained popularity over the years, especially among celebrity clients, there are more cost-effective ways to restore the body’s physical structure. Strengthening the abdominal core is one of several concerns women have postpartum. Christina… Continue reading Learn How to Heal Your Core Postpartum with These Expert Tips
Postpartum Depression Can Feel Never Ending, It Shouldn’t Be
The outcry for equity in Black maternal health is more critical than ever. Statistics paint a grim picture. Black mothers in the U.S. are dying at three to four times the rate of white mothers. Between 29 – 44% of Black women experience postpartum depressive symptoms after childbirth. Black moms are less likely to be… Continue reading Postpartum Depression Can Feel Never Ending, It Shouldn’t Be
Postpartum Pelvic Floor Issues Can Be Hard, Therapists Can Help
Pregnancy comes with a number of changes that happen to a woman’s body. Women can experience backaches, headaches, acne trouble and more. One area of the body that can have lingering effects after birth is the pelvic floor. According to the Cleveland Clinic, the pelvic floor is a combination of muscles supporting the important organs… Continue reading Postpartum Pelvic Floor Issues Can Be Hard, Therapists Can Help
Dealing With Postpartum Gas? Here Are Causes And Remedies
Does the uncontrollable release of “stinky” gas during your postpartum period make you wonder what was going on with your digestive tract during your recent pregnancy? You’re not alone. A nursing mother forum where new mamas shared their postpartum experience was filled with a mixture of embarrassing and funny moments. Even though the postpartum period… Continue reading Dealing With Postpartum Gas? Here Are Causes And Remedies
I Found A Safe Space To Talk About Parenting In An Unexpected Place
Finding a truly safe space as a parent is rare, but I found mine in an unexpected place
Doulas Are For Black Women, Too
Black women are less likely to receive appropriate prenatal care and have higher rates of maternal and fetal mortality. Here’s why I think doulas can help make a positive difference.