26. Tips for Navigating the First 40 Days Postpartum with Natalie Henning, BSN, RN, CLC

Today is BOAM's first-ever GUEST EXPERT! We dove deep with the Registered Nurse and Certified Lactation Counselor Natalie Henning into the often overlooked but crucial early postpartum period (& beyond).

Join us and gain insights into the importance of the first 40 days post-birth, the dynamic and evolving needs of new parents, and how we can better care for ourselves and each other during this extraordinary time of transition. Whether you're a new parent yourself, a partner, or just someone looking to understand more about postpartum life, this episode promises to be enlightening.

09:58 Learning from motherhood: Embracing imperfection and growth.

13:23 Facing challenges but finding positives in life.

18:53 Postpartum phase, infant transition, and parental preparation.

22:06 US postpartum care lacks compared to other cultures.

29:37 Internalized pressure, self-awareness, and seeking support.

34:45 Lay boundaries to guide family support kindly.

38:01 Connecting with others in similar situations is important.

46:16 Balancing baby care and personal time is challenging.

51:35 Mothers' struggle for equal leisure time acknowledged.

57:51 Prepare for childbirth with knowledge and support.

01:02:18 Skin-to-skin contact helps babies relax.

01:05:00 Grateful for permission and understanding motherhood struggles.

FREE Postpartum Care Plan: https://nataliewelchrd.com/

Understand your baby's crying: https://dontshake.org/purple-crying

Breastfeeding support: https://llli.org/

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