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Nurturing Your Postpartum Journey: Preparing as a Team
Welcoming a new addition to your family is transformative. By coming together as a team and fostering communication, you can navigate this journey with confidence and create a nurturing environment where both you and your partner thrive.
7 Slow Cooker Recipes for Postpartum Meal Prep or Meal Trains
Preparing meals for postpartum recovery or meal trains can be a lifesaver for new parents. With the help of a slow cooker, you can easily whip up nourishing dishes that require minimal effort. From a comforting Massaman Beef Curry to a creamy Coconut Lentil Curry, these 7 slow cooker recipes will satisfy cravings, save time, and provide much-needed sustenance during this special time. Whether you're cooking for yourself or a loved one, these flavourful meals are perfect for postpartum meal prep or sharing with others.
Ceremonial Cacao
I absolutely adore a cup of ceremonial cacao, and I must say I go through seasons of having it daily, then go months without it. However, since returning to Brighton 2 weeks ago, I've been having it every single morning and I am loving the cosy ritual of it. I add a few extra bits and pieces to mine so I thought I’d share my recipe with you
Preparing for the postpartum.
If you are cooking for a meal train of a loved one, or even doing some meal prep of your own you might be looking for some delicious and hearty recipes to sustain and nourish a new family - here are some of my go-to’s.
Tips for the first 48hours post birth
Some practical tips to keep in mind and help you to navigate the first 48 hours in hospital after the birth of your baby.
Oxytocin Boosters
Something that I recommend my postpartum clients do is create a list of oxytocin boosters. Simple things that make you feel good & elevate your mood. These things don’t have to be elaborate - in fact it’s best if they aren’t, we want the items on your list to feel tangible and achievable even if you’re sleep deprived, anxious, feeling a bit disheveled or only have 5mins to yourself.
Connecting with your postpartum body
Our relationship with our body is complex and ever-evolving. In the postpartum it can be challenging to accept this softer and often seemingly unfamiliar body, however its important to be reminded of the strength and cleverness of your life bearing body.
Online Resources for Pregnancy & the Postpartum
A list of online resources to support you including; podcasts, books, education, courses, hotlines, facebook groups and more.
Who is in your postpartum support network?
Your support network will likely be a mixture of friends, family and health professionals. It can be helpful to create a list of individuals whom you can call on for different things because we all know when you’re sleep deprived and your brain is foggy it can be challenging to recall where to get help.