POSTPARTUM Journal

ATTENTION PARTNERS OF PREGNANT PEOPLE: This one's for you! (Expecting mamas, tag your partner!) 👇The first two weeks postpartum can be overwhelming for everyone. Having a prepared partner can make ALL the difference in a new mom's experience.This post covers the essential ways partners can step up - beyond just 'helping with the baby.'The truth is, many partners want to help but don't know how. This isn't about adding pressure; it's about providing clear guidance on what actually helps.Mom shouldn't have to direct traffic while recovering from birth and learning to care for a newborn.Save this post to reference later, and partners - drop a 💪 in the comments if you're ready to be the postpartum MVP!#PartnerSupport #PostpartumPartner #NewDadTips #PostpartumPrep #PregnancyTips #BirthPartner

Are you packing your hospital bag? Don't forget to prep your POSTPARTUM bag too!While everyone focuses on what to bring to the hospital, what you have ready at home is just as important for an easier fourth trimester. I'm sharing both my hospital must-haves AND what to prepare at home for those first challenging weeks.After supporting hundreds of postpartum families, these are the items that make the biggest difference.Swipe to see both lists! The best part? Most of these items are everyday things you can gather now - no need for expensive specialty products.Which item surprised you? And what would you add to either list?Save this for your third-trimester prep!#HospitalBag #PostpartumPrep #PregnancyTips #FourthTrimester #BirthPrep #NewMomEssentials

Don't make the same mistake I did! 🤸‍♀️Create a solid postpartum plan that supports you mama.✨️ Who will support you? ✨️ What will sleep look like? ✨️ How will you feed your baby? ✨️ When will you think about your wellbeing?The fourth trimester is about YOU! The baby will need three things, to sleep, eat and be changed.No point having a beautiful nursery when the baby sleeps on you 90% of the time.What you really need is a postpartum station with snacks, water, a good book, your head phones, an eye mask...those will support you during those sleep deprived days.Comment PLAN ➡️ If you are expecting and want to start planning, I'll share a discount code for my Flourishing Postpartum Planner. (Written by a twin mom, and postpartum doula).#expectingababy #pregnancy #postpartumjourney #postpartumjourney #postpartumdoula #newmomlife #babyshowergifts #newmomgift #pregnancyjourney #expectingmum #expectingababy

Creating a postpartum plan? If a cesarean is planned or even a possibility, there are some specific considerations to add!While all new moms need support, cesarean recovery brings unique challenges.As part of Cesarean Awareness Month, I'm sharing the must-have additions to your postpartum plan if you're having a cesarean birth.This isn't about fear - it's about being prepared so you can focus on healing and bonding with your baby.Swipe to see the complete checklist and comment with any questions you have about cesarean recovery.I'm here to help you prepare for a supported healing journey! Save this post for your birth prep.#CesareanRecovery #PostpartumPlan #CSection #PostpartumPrep #CesareanAwarenessMonth #NewMomTips

Nothing about my birth went to plan. My water broke five weeks early, my doctor was away, and a last-minute decision led to an unplanned cesarean.Later, I found out that the reason I chose surgery—a 16% weight difference—wasn’t even accurate.For months, I grieved the experience I thought I’d have. But here’s what I’ve learned: birth isn’t about perfection. It’s about strength. It’s about making the best choices we can in the moment. And it’s about the love we pour into our babies from the second they arrive.If your birth didn’t go as planned, know this: you still did amazing, mama. Share your story in the comments below ♥️#birthstory #motherhood #newmoms #nicu #cesareanbirth #csection

April is Cesarean Awareness Month, and as a C-section mama myself, I want to share what ACTUALLY helped during my recovery. Forget the generic advice - these are the real MVP items that made a difference! From high-waisted underwear to belly binders that don't roll, I've compiled the essentials based on my experience and feedback from the cesarean mamas I've supported. Swipe to see what you'll want to have ready.Which item surprises you most? If you've had a cesarean, drop a ❤️ and add anything that helped you in the comments! Preparing for birth means preparing for ALL possibilities. Save this for your postpartum prep list!#CesareanAwarenessMonth #CSection #PostpartumRecovery #CesareanBirth #PostpartumPrep #NewMomTips