Before you have a baby, some women worry about how caring for their little one will jibe with the rest of their responsibilities. It can be a very all-encompassing experience. But with a little self-compassion, it is possible to find a healthy balance in amongst the chaos of new motherhood. Work Firstly, it can be a tough choice as to whether it's best to continue to work or not. Many … [Read more...]
All You Need to Know About Postpartum Bleeding (AKA Lochia)
The following post is intended to be informational only and should not be substituted for medical advice. Giving birth is a bloody event... after all baby is entering the world by exiting your body. Most women are prepared for it to be a messy event, but many women aren't aware that they will continue to bleed for days after the birth. This bleeding, known as lochia is the the shedding of blood … [Read more...]
Soothing Postpartum Pads
Giving birth is hard work... after all your pushing a human being out of your body. Some women even tear their perineum (the bit of skin between your vagina and anus) during the birthing process. It's no surprise then that a lot of women are sore afterwards and these postpartum pads are just the thing! My first child came out pretty quickly (only 20 minutes of pushing!). Although we had planned … [Read more...]
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