Emily Silver: Real Talk About Postpartum + Taking Care of Your Needs

In this episode, we talk about:Navigating postpartum confusion especially after an emergency c-section.Mental and physical needs during postpartum + the resources you may not know you needed How long postpartum typically lasts.Resources + Links:Follow naps on Instagram @nurturebynapsFind more resources on their website - https://www.nurturebynaps.com/Follow Lindsay on Instagram@[email protected] with your inner world + design your day - Grab your FREE Dark Hour Practice TemplateDiscover your Core Values - Download our FREE Core Values TemplateLearn more about microdosing @inneralchemycoShow Notes:Was your postpartum experience what you expected? Did you have the support and education you needed? In this episode, I’m excited to share my conversation with Nurse Practitioner and Co-Founder of NAPS (Newborn and Parenting Support), Emily Silver. Emily and I talk about historically what support women typically had postpartum vs the common experience women are having today, and the resources available to make sure more women are supported by a village of support, education and community during such an important transition in their lives. There is such a focus on babies in the childbirth and postpartum era, it’s time to make sure you have what you need to lighten your motherload.02:10 Meet Emily Silver!07:30 Postpartum confusion and recovering from an emergency c-section. 09:45 How did you start NAPS? 14:15 What did support historically look like throughout the childbirth process?23:00 The need for support for women while they have babies and follow their ambitions in their work.26:00 How does the tactical education you do support the identity shift of postpartum?32:15 The importance of community and having a safe space for mothers. 35:00 Why do we need to normalize conflicting emotions?40:30 How important is it to balance education with listening to your intuition? 44:00 Who is on your list of trusted people? 49:45 How long does the traditional postpartum period last?