Postpartum Healing: Nurturing Yourself while Nurturing Baby
from The BeeHive: Doc Talks Hosted by Blair Rolnick, MD
In this episode of The Beehive, Dr. Blair Rolnick, a board-certified pediatrician and mother, discusses essential self-care strategies for new moms in the postpartum period. Emphasizing the importance of support, she advises arranging help from trusted family, friends, or hiring a postpartum doula. Dr. Rolnick highlights the need for open communication with partners to divide tasks, such as night feeds and household chores. She also recommends gathering knowledge through third trimester pediatric visits and trusted resources like "The Happiest Baby on the Block." Joining postpartum support groups and treating oneself to a postpartum massage can greatly benefit recovery. Additionally, creating a personal, cozy space for relaxation, planning nutritious meals, and incorporating gentle walks can improve overall well-being. Most importantly, Dr. Rolnick urges new mothers to be forgiving of themselves, acknowledging the challenges and unpredictability of caring for a newborn while focusing on the positives and seeking support when needed. The Happiest Baby on the Block - https://www.amazon.com/Happiest-Block-Revised-Updated-Second/dp/0553393235/ 1-2-3 Magic: Gentle 3-Step Child & Toddler Discipline for Calm, Effective, and Happy Parenting - https://www.amazon.com/1-2-3-Magic-Discipline-Effective-Parenting/dp/149262988X Moms on Call | Basic Baby Care 0-6 Months https://www.amazon.com/Moms-Call-Basic-Baby-Months/dp/0985411422
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