Preparing for a baby often centers around birth plans, nursery décor, baby gear, feeding decisions, and hospital bags. While these things can certainly matter, one of the most important preparations for postpartum often gets far less attention: preparing for the mother’s recovery. The postpartum period...
If you would like to create a slower, more intentional Mother’s Day, consider spending time with these journal prompts. You do not need to answer them perfectly. You do not need to answer all of them. Allow them to simply invite awareness. Reflection on Yourself...
The postpartum period is a season of immense transition. Physically, hormonally, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually, a mother’s entire system is recalibrating while she simultaneously cares for a completely dependent newborn. While joy and gratitude are often emphasized in conversations about new motherhood, many women experience...
The postpartum period is often described as a time of joy, bonding, and new beginnings. While these elements can certainly be present, this season is also marked by profound physical, emotional, and psychological stress. For many mothers, postpartum mental health challenges do not arise from...