New Mama Struggles Are Real: How to Offer the Right Kind of Help

Send Caitlin a Text!Wondering how to be there for the new mama in your life? The best thing you can do for a new mom is help her feel supported, seen, and empowered. These effective ways to support new moms will help you make that happen.(Psst: This episode’s blog post is packed with more tips to help a new mom. Read it here.)—BiosCaitlin, a mom of one, and Jenny, a mom of two, are your resident parenting experts. They're here to help you navigate the crazy world of motherhood. They've been there, done that, and got the t-shirts (and the sleepless nights). Their goal is to offer practical advice, a dose of humor, and a whole lot of support to new moms and their loved ones.—Offer her rest, whether that be letting her sleep, taking tasks off her plate, or sitting next to her and letting her know that her feelings are normal. Offer her rest, whether it be mental, spiritual, or physical. —Jenny GK—What You’ll LearnDiscover the best ways to support new moms during the postpartum period and beyond.Create a restful and nurturing environment for new mothers to promote healing and relaxation.Identify the most essential items needed for postpartum care to to help moms recover ASAP and support their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.Explore strategies for managing and supporting older siblings while adjusting to life with a new baby.Learn to differentiate between postpartum depression and baby blues, and understand how to address concerns with a new mom and make sure she reaches out to the right people for help.—SourcesThis episode’s blog post is packed with more info. Read it here.6 Ways To Support A Friend During The Postpartum Period | Forbes HealthHow to support a new mother’s postpartum mental health | BSW HealthFor more information and support for PPD, see these helpful resources:Postpartum Support InternationalNational Institute of Mental Health - Postpartum DepressionOffice on Women's Health - Postpartum DepressionWelcome to Not Quite Grownup. Let's do this.  Subscribe to join other Not Quite Grownups here >>>Follow on Instagram and Threads @not_quite_grownup.Please, rate, review, and subscribe for more Not Quite Grownup stories. Love you, mean it. Support the showVisit notquitegrownup.com for more content and the latest updates. Or connect on social media @not_quite_grownup on Instagram and Threads.