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The Forgotten Trimester

Navigating Self Care after Birth

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We place so much pressure on ourselves to be successful at breastfeeding. That pressure can actually hinder the process. Mama, please remember your worth and love is not measured in ounces. Breastfeeding and pumping is not an all or none. Some is better than none. But even none is not bad. Love your baby, love yourself. #breastfeedingishard #pumpingishardwork #pumpingisbreastfeeding #breastfeeding #breastfeedingmama #breastfeedingmom #postpartum #fourthtrimester #breastfed #newmom #birth #nursingmom #pumpmommapump #pumpingmoms #bottlefed #bottlefeeding #babyformula #formulafed

As an obgyn physician, I thought I knew what to expect from the fourth trimester. I found out quick how wrong I was! Here are some of the fourth trimester lessons I learned. Would love to hear about your lessons learned! #mommingishard #fourthtrimester #fourthtrimestermama #fourthtrimestercollective #postnatalsupport #postpartum #postpartumjourney #postpartumsupport #postpartumtogether #breastfeedingmom #breastfeeding #obgynmom #doctormom #csection #csectionrecovery #birth #ittakesavillagetoraiseamother #raisingmoms #newmom #newmomlife

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Raise your hand 🙋‍♀️ if you had a complicated delivery, a traumatic delivery or a delivery that just didn’t go as expected. You are not alone! Like life, labor and delivery can be unpredictable. Whether you deliver at a hospital with a physician, a birth center with a midwife, or at home, delivery complications occur. Despite the best of plans, care, and intentions, birth doesn’t always go smoothly. It is important to recognize that a complicated vaginal delivery, an unintended c-section, or a postpartum complication can take a significant mental and emotional toll on a mama, even if everything ultimately ended in a healthy mom and baby. Here are some ways to begin the healing process after a complicated birth: 1. Ask a lot of questions. Ask your doctor or midwife any and every question that comes to your mind. No questions are dumb or off limits. 2. Don’t stop asking questions until you are satisfied. Sometimes that means asking questions weeks or even months after your delivery. 3. Avoid placing blame. Don’t blame yourself. Many of the complications that occur surrounding birth are out of our control. 4. Tell your story. Talk to trusted friends and family. Explain your story and how it makes you feel. 5. Join a support group. 6. Write it down. Write down your story. Document your thoughts and emotions. 7. Seek professional help with a therapist (look for someone who specializes in perinatal mental health or maternal mental health). 8. Remember you are not alone. 9. Be patient with your emotions and your unique healing process. #birth #positivepostpartum #maternalmentalhealth #postpartum #birthstories #postpartumstruggles #postpartumhealth #fourthtrimester #betterpostpartum #postpartumtogether #doctormom

Don’t underestimate the importance of the fourth trimester, it is just as important as trimester 1 through 3. Maternal health does not end with birth, it begins a new chapter. #dontforgetaboutthefourthtrimester #thefourthtrimestermatters #fourthtrimester #momsmatter #maternalhealth #postpartum #postpartumhealth #postpartumrealness #postpartumjourney #newmom #newmama

For many mamas, breastfeeding is a struggle, and it becomes overwhelming to think about the idea of breastfeeding for months to a year. For those moms who are having difficulty breastfeeding, you are not alone. It is not your fault and it does not mean you are less of a mother. Instead of thinking about breastfeeding for a year or even a month, focus on one feed at a time. Every feed is a victory! Seek the help of a licensed lactation consultant, it’s ok to ask for help. Grant yourself grace. And remember, You are more than enough. #breastfeeding #breastfeedingishard #breatfeedingishardwork #newmomproblems #postpartum #postpartumbody #postpartumstruggles #postpartumjourney #fourthtrimester

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