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…
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…