Postpartum Archives - Mama Hippie

Postpartum insomnia is a relatively common occurence, effecting around 15% of new mothers. It can appear with postpartum depression or without. Caused my fluctuating hormones and (ironically) frequent night wakings, postpartum insomnia is brutal. Even though you got no sleep, you still have a little baby to take care of which is exhausting in of itself. Here are tips to get yourself the rest you deserve.

6 Sleep Tips for Postpartum Insomnia

Giving birth is hard work. You are literally pushing another human into the world. I was in active, hard labor for 9 hours with my son, and 5 hours with…

Stephanie

Umbilical cord care can be confusing; natural health books say one thing, traditional baby books say another, and nurses tell you an even different way. Find out the easiest way to care for your newborn's umbilical cord stump, and why essential oils are a no no on your baby.

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The LITHA Method for Umbilical Cord Care (and why I don’t recommend essential oils)

This post should not be taken in place of medical advise; please consult a doctor if any signs of infection occur. Umbilical cord care has come a long way. Parents…

Stephanie

one thing that has been serious lacking is a week by week guide from a natural perspective. There's quite a few books with a week by week update, but all of them from a more medicalized point of view - which is fine if that's what you're looking for. Luckily, Mama Natural has us covered with the release of her new book, The Mama Natural Week by Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth.

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The Mama Natural Pregnancy & Childbirth Book Review

I received an advance copy of this book at no cost to facilitate my review; however all opinions remain my own. The following article contains affiliate links, meaning I will…

Stephanie

Giving birth is an exhausting (but amazing!) feat. Make your postpartum healing process a little easier by putting together an essentials basket.

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Creating a Natural Postpartum Essentials Basket

The following article contains affiliate links, meaning I will receive a small commission if you purchase something at no additional cost to you. All opinions remain my own. For more…

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Giving birth is an intense yet beautiful event. Not only is it the birth of a child, but it's also the birth of a mother; the birth of parents. And now you're tasked with bonding and nurturing this tiny human and heal yourself. DIY this spray for a quick uplifting refresh.

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Uplifting Postpartum Room Spray

Giving birth is an intense yet beautiful event. Not only is it the birth of a child, but it's also the birth of a mother; the birth of parents. And…

Stephanie