Understanding Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
The journey of postpartum mental health is one that remains unnecessarily shrouded in silence and shame, despite affecting up to 1 in 5 new mothers. In this guide, I'll share…
Healing After Vaginal Tears or Episiotomy: A Gentle Recovery Guide
I've supported countless women through perineal healing after childbirth. Whether you're nursing tender stitches from a tear that happened during delivery or recovering from an episiotomy, please know this: your…
Week-by-Week Postpartum Recovery Timeline: A Mother’s Guide to Healing
As a mother of five and a midwife with over 20 years of experience, I've witnessed thousands of postpartum journeys. If there's one thing I've learned, it's that postpartum recovery…
Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: A Midwife’s Guide
After bringing five beautiful children into this world and supporting hundreds of mothers through their postpartum journeys over my 20+ years as a midwife, I've witnessed firsthand how maternal mental…
C-Section Recovery: The Real Truth No One Tells You
From the incredible first cry to the challenging midnight feedings, your motherhood journey is uniquely yours—especially when it begins with a cesarean birth. After experiencing two C-sections myself and supporting…
Managing Postpartum Bleeding and Lochia: A Midwife’s Complete Guide
As a mother of five children and a midwife with over two decades of experience, I've guided countless women through their postpartum recovery journey. One of the most common concerns…
Healthy Mom: How to Increase Milk Supply Naturally
As a mom of five and a midwife of over two decades, I can confidently say that every breastfeeding journey is unique. Some moms produce milk like a flowing river…
Postpartum Recovery: Healing After Vaginal Birth and C-Section​
After the incredible journey of pregnancy and the intensity of childbirth comes another profound transition: postpartum healing. As a mother of five children and a midwife with over 20 years…