Having a C-Section is no joke -- and it’s definitely not a “quick and easy” way to have a baby. If you’ve had one, we definitely don’t need to tell you this! What we are here to tell you, though, is what you can do to heal from it.

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Best Recovery and Healing Tips After a C Section

Over thirty percent of women in the United States have cesarean birth yet moms get very little education or support on how to recover. As a postpartum doula and c-section mom myself, I’m here to help you with a full guide of how-to recover and steps you can take to speed up your healing and recovery.

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How to Prepare for your c section

30% of women have a c section, whether planned, emergency or unplanned you should have an idea of how to prepare - just in case! Don’t be afraid to ask questions your doc questions - like what happens if my labor doesn’t progress and I need to have a c section?

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How Postpartum Depression Affects your Partner too

After birth it’s a time for celebration. It can, however, be a dark time too. A time when mothers need more support than ever. Mothers need to go into this time period with the knowledge that postpartum depression can occur in both the Mom and her partner.

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What is Postpartum Psychosis

Postpartum Psychosis sounds like the scariest and worst thing that can happen to a new mom. It sounds so bad, in fact, that it MUST be incredibly rare, right? Maybe, maybe not.

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Postpartum: When to Call the Doctor (And When to Chill)

Ah, postpartum: the designated and sacred time after a mother gives birth, and the recovery period as she adjusts to her new baby and new life. As mothers we've all experienced these moments of recovery and adoption as we lean and revel in the beauty (and sometimes, chaos) of motherhood.

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How Massage Can Help Speed Up Postpartum Recovery

Ahh, massage! While we understand that it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, massage can be an amazing healing technique for women healing after birth. If you love massage, then you’re in luck! You have either:

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The 4 Phases your postpartum body goes through after birth

Ah, the postpartum body. It’s your body, but different. Right? Pregnancy is an amazing thing. Your body makes room to grow a whole new human being. Your uterus stretches, your organs move and rearrange, and your baby is able to grow inside you for 9-ish months.

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How to Survive the First Week with a Newborn

I spoke to a new mom a few weeks ago who got to the hospital at 8:23 am, gave birth at 10:45 am and was released at 5 pm. The hospital was satisfied with her smooth delivery and sent her on her way.

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