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Navigating Self Care after Birth

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The fourth trimester is a balancing act of a new identity and maintaining yourself. You are more than a mom, a care giver, a milk producer, and a diaper cleaner upper! Some days are easier than others. I remember who I am when I exercise. It has always been a part of my life. It keeps me grounded. I have found creative ways to make exercise a part of my daily routine. In the midst of the chaos of the fourth trimester don’t forget to remember who you are. Do something everyday to remind yourself. #newmommies #momlife #makingmoms #momsinthemaking #selfcare #postpartumisbeautiful #rememberyourself #newmomstruggles #fourthtrimester #breastfeeding #breastfeedingmama #momsrock #somedoc #forgottentrimester #workingmom #newmomlife

There is this pressure to get everything right all of the time, to have all the answers, to be perfect. But remember just as your baby is learning new things everyday, so are you. Trust in the process. Take a deep breath. Ask questions. Talk to your physicians. You’ve got this momma! #newmommies #newmomma #newmomstruggles #fourthtrimester #postpartum #postpartumpositivity #breastfeeding #breastfeedingmama #somedoc #loveyourself #trusttheprocess #learningtobeamom #yougotthismomma

Many women have every intention of breastfeeding for at least 6 months or longer, but only about 50% are able to accomplish their goal. One of the commonly sited reasons for quitting breastfeeding early is due to lack of support. If you are breastfeeding make it known to your partner/family/friends how important it is to you. Ask for their support. Find local breastfeeding groups. Meet with a lactation consultant. Reach out to friends who are breastfeeding or who have breastfed. Breastfeeding is learned and the learning curve is steep. You are not alone! You’ve got this momma! ❤️ #breastfeeding #breastfed #fourthtrimester #makingmoms #breastfeedingmama #breastfeedingishard #postpartumisbeautiful #newmommies #newmomma #newmomstruggles #newmomlife #breastfeedingsupport #breastfeeding #breastfeedingproblems #breastfeedingjourney #postpartum #forgottentrimester #alwayslearning

I frequently get asked what should be used to clean “down there” after delivery. The answer is lukewarm clean water. That is all you need. Use a perineal bottle and spray the perineum with clean lukewarm water after urinating or bowel movements or in the shower after bathing and then pat dry. The vagina is self cleaning. Soaps can irritate and dry the vaginal tissue. #postpartumbody #postpartum #vaginaldelivery #fourthtrimester #forgottentrimesterselfcare #womenselfcare #newmomselfcare #newmom #makingamom #isaidvagina #postpartumisbeautiful #newmomstruggles #newmommies #momsrule #waterisbest #newmomma #momlife

Fantastic article in the Orlando Sentinel today shedding light on the fourth trimester. Check it out at orlandosentinel.com, under Get Healthy Orlando. Thank you Katie Parsons for your words! #orlandosentinel #fourthtrimester #forgottentrimester #newmom #newmomlife #newmomma #makingnewmoms #helpingnewmoms #makingamom #postpartum #breastfeeding #vaginaldelivery #momstrong #newmommies #newmomstruggles #ilovepostpartum #postpartumisbeautifulbuthard #postpartumisbeautiful

When I brought my son home from the hospital, I thought I would just “know” how to do everything. But, I didn’t. I placed unnecessary pressure on myself to get it right the first time every time (that’s the doctor in me). But, I didn’t. It left me feeling anxious and incapable. What I’ve learned is that I am enough. This stuff takes learning and practice. So, take it easy on yourself, give yourself grace to learn. You are enough! You got this momma! #mommasneedgrace #makingamomma #postpartum #fourthtrimester #forgottentrimester #breastfeeding #breastpumping #momming #newmommies #newmomma #newmomlife #postparrumblues #postpartumstress #momsarestrong #momknowledge

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