Postnatal Self Care

Explore postpartum self-care strategies for eating, body image, emotions, nursing and milk production, sex, and so much more! The role of motherhood is one where women are continuously asked to focus on the needs of everyone else but themselves. This is a significant issue in the arena of self-care, where we often ignore our own hunger, energy levels, and emotions in the pursuit of taking care of others. Written from the perspectives of both therapist and busy mom, Self-Care for New Moms features several eye-opening exercises, interviews from a village of experts (who also happen to be moms), and helpful interventions to help you get through the chronic depletion common to the postpartum year. Self-care strategies include: Exercise and yoga Pelvic floor recovery work Psychotherapy Self-compassion techniques Complementary and alternative methods (massage, chiropractic, or acupuncture) Simple recipes Methods for reconnecting with your partner And so much more The practical exercises and comforting techniques in this book will help you manage one of motherhood’s biggest challenges: self-care.

'This is a fab book. Really recommend it!' Mrs Hinch Read this book for an instant pick-me-up. Whether this is your first or fifth baby, The Little Book of Self-Care for New Mums is your handy survival guide to managing the emotional and physical rollercoaster of becoming a new mum. Bringing together decades of experience from a midwife and a doula, you'll find invaluable tips and tricks to boost confidence and calm frazzled nerves - plus answers to all those questions you may be too embarrassed to ask. From creating cooling breast pads with chamomile tea and quick stretches to relieve aching muscles, through to easy recipes to nourish your postnatal body and 5-minute fixes to restore your sense of humour, this is the book you can turn to when the overwhelm sets in. Beautifully illustrated in full-colour, it covers everything you need to know about the postnatal period to feel supported, empowered and understood.

Discover simple and powerful self-care techniques that will help new moms conquer postpartum - find joy and fulfillment in motherhood without feeling guilty! Do you feel like you are losing yourself since you became a mom? Are you struggling to adjust to the demands of motherhood while trying to focus on your personal care and well-being? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted but too scared to admit it. Or maybe you feel stuck in a cycle of guilt and fear, struggling to find the balance between being a mom and managing everything else in your life. Being a new mom is a very rewarding yet challenging journey. You want to be the best mother possible, but it's hard when you feel like you are just surviving day after day. Not to mention the changes you have to adjust to that come with being a mom. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, and it's not your fault! You don't have to do it all perfectly, and you don't have to suffer in silence. All you need is to discover how to practice self-care and mindfulness in your daily life - and this insightful book will do just that, providing practical and actionable tips to help new moms conquer postpartum and find joy in motherhood. In this comprehensive guide, you will discover: How to practice mindfulness during all stages of motherhood - from a new mom to an experienced mother A special self-care journal made just for YOU - with a QR code to access additional resources Actionable tips on how to practice self-care, minus the guilt Meditation audio and exercises for the ultimate relaxation without ever having to leave your house Helpful advice on how to establish meaningful relationships with other moms in the community and find your own mommy support system Various self-care activities and physical exercises to help you relax, recharge, and find joy in your day - without spending too much! 100+ powerful affirmations that will help you stay focused on your goals and aspirations as a mother Tips and hacks on how to get better sleep - and how to take energizing naps Added BONUS - a 12-week workout and nutrition plan to help get right back on track! And much more. You might have been led to believe that self-care and motherhood don't mix, but this couldn't be further from the truth. You deserve to care for yourself and your mental health as a mother because a healthy and happy mama means a healthy and happy baby. And that's exactly what this book is for - to help you become the best version of yourself as a person, woman, and mother.

Daily self-care practices for the first 90 days of motherhood Being a brand new mom is an indescribable joy, but it's also an overwhelming and tiring time. During the first few months after giving birth, it's more important than ever for moms to take care of their mind, body, and spirit. This supportive self-care journal encourages them to pause and look after every facet of their own well-being, with 90 days of gentle self-care practices designed with moms in mind. Total self-care--Find an inspirational journal prompt every day that reflects on all the thoughts and feelings that come with motherhood, along with a checklist of simple ways for moms to care for their bodies. Build lifelong habits--Taking the time to make self-care a habit creates a positive, compassionate mindset that will get moms through even the toughest times. Perfect for busy days--These brief, guided prompts combine physical and emotional self-care for a one-step way to add a moment of positivity to every day. The First 90 Days After Birth helps any mom make time for healing self-care.

The main aim of this practical Handbookis to strengthen counselling and communication skills of skilled attendants (SAs) and other health providers, helping them to effectively discuss with women, families and communities the key issues surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, postnatal and post-abortion care. Counselling for Maternal and Newborn Health Careis divided into three main sections. Part 1 is an introduction which describes the aims and objectives and the general layout of the Handbook. Part 2 describes the counselling process and outlines the six key steps to effective counselling. It explores the counselling context and factors that influence this context including the socio-economic, gender, and cultural environment. A series of guiding principles is introduced and specific counselling skills are outlined. Part 3 focuses on different maternal and newborn health topics, including general care in the home during pregnancy; birth and emergency planning; danger signs in pregnancy; post-abortion care; support during labor; postnatal care of the mother and newborn; family planning counselling; breastfeeding; women with HIV/AIDS; death and bereavement; women and violence; linking with the community. Each Session contains specific aims and objectives, clearly outlining the skills that will be developed and corresponding learning outcomes. Practical activities have been designed to encourage reflection, provoke discussions, build skills and ensure the local relevance of information. There is a review at the end of each session to ensure the SAs have understood the key points before they progress to subsequent sessions.

The perfect pick-me-up for any expectant mum Whether this is your first or fifth baby, The Little Book of Self-Care for Mums-to-Be is your essential handbook for managing the joyful chaos of pregnancy. Drawing on decades of experience, doula Beccy Hands and midwife Alexis Stickland share insider tips on keeping yourself comfortable, happy and calm however your pregnancy and birth may unfold. From the best sleeping positions and simple recipes for morning sickness to relaxing essential oils and easy home remedies for aches and pains, this book will help you feel supported, empowered and understood. Beautifully illustrated in full-colour, this reassuring guide covers everything you need to know, trimester by trimester, so you can enjoy the wonderful journey to motherhood.