The first week after birth is unlike any other season in life. Everything has changed. A baby has arrived, but so has a new mother. The body is
Integrating Postpartum Caregiving With Social Services
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For generations, postpartum care has lived in the margins of our healthcare systems. Families often spend months preparing for pregnancy and birth—choosing providers, creating birth plans, attending appointments,
Preparing for Birth Beyond the Physical
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Birth preparation often centers on the physical—what to pack, what to eat, which positions to practice, and what to expect during labor. While these elements are valuable, they
What Postpartum Trainings Don’t Prepare You For
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Many postpartum caregivers enter their training programs eager to support new families through one of life's most transformative transitions. They learn about infant care, postpartum recovery, feeding support,
Caring for Birth Partners Experiencing Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders
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Caring for Birth Partners Experiencing Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders I walk into the home of one of my postpartum clients. Their baby is 10 days old, Mom
