Guess what - I’m pregnant! I talk all the time about honouring the postpartum person, but this post is more personal. It’s about my own pregnancy journey so far, including my freak out about the quickly passing time (!), and the ways in which I’m honouring my pregnant body.
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I’m a firm believer in the importance of pelvic physiotherapy at every stage of the pregnancy journey - in particular, during my belly binding sessions, I always recommend a pelvic physio visit at about six weeks postpartum. So I asked local pelvic physiotherapist Trang Bùi to share some information with us. Trang is highly skilled and she includes other modalities in her treatment plans, which I think is pretty cool! Enjoy the post - and remember, even if you’re many months or years postpartum, it’s never too late to have a pelvic health check-up.
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Should you have smoothies in the postpartum period? The answer may surprise you.
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I love talking about postpartum superfoods! This one is especially awesome because it contains almost every vitamin and mineral you can think of (!). …No, it’s NOT green! Can you guess what it is?!
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I have a suspicion that not everyone knows what the word “postpartum” means. Let’s get the record straight on this one!
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I have exciting news! Wonderwear, a cloth diaper service in southern Ontario, has created a promo code just for you, my readers and clients. Plus, check out my Q&A on cloth diapering, with local expert Mira Kevic from Doulas on Bikes.
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What does it mean to honour the postpartum person? How can we honour the journey they’ve taken - as well as what they’re experiencing now, on the flip side? What does that look like? What can we do to help a new parent feel truly honoured? Here are 4 simple ideas.
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The postpartum period is a time to get cozy and comfortable, keep warm, and snuggle with the new tiny human in your life. I honestly can’t think of a better beverage than hot chocolate to accompany this time of healing, emotions, and family.
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Here’s a recipe you’re gonna wanna bookmark. If you’ve just had a baby and have a friend coming over to give you a hand, share this recipe with them; ask them to make it for you.
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You may have heard about collagen powder or seen it at health food stores - it’s become a popular health food recently! Do I love it? Yes, I’m a fan. I think it’s an awesome addition to your postpartum pantry...which is why I’m writing about it today, of course.
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