Mental Health & Wellness
During Postpartum
Resources for tips on coping with anxiety, depression, and stress in the postpartum period.
Navigating new motherhood: advice from those who've been there
Becoming a mother is an incredible journey filled with joy, love, and undoubtedly, a whirlwind of emotions. From the moment you find out you're expecting, to holding your precious bundle of joy for the first time, every step is magical and overwhelming – it's comforting to know that you're not alone in those feelings. We reached out to our community of experienced mothers and asked them to share their best advice for new moms. Here's what they had to say.
Your Baby Will Be the Boss of You for a While—and That’s Okay
In this candid article, the author believed she had motherhood all figured out, thanks to her childcare experience. But reality hit hard when her newborn arrived, and advice proved unreliable. Sleep-deprived and overwhelmed, a friend's analogy about flying taught her to embrace the unpredictability of parenting and go with the flow. She learned to trust her instincts and navigate the challenging journey of motherhood with a newfound sense of ease…
5 Small Sustainable Habits Mothers Can Do For A Healthier Life
As a mother, it's easy to put your health and wellness on the back burner while you focus on taking care of your family. However, establishing small, sustainable habits is essential for our overall health and wellbeing. Not only does it benefit us, but it also sets a good example for our children. We’re sharing some science-proven methods for establishing small, sustainable habits for a healthier life.
Baby2Body Mamas Get Real About The Pressure to “Bounce Back”
We reached out to our amazing community of mamas to check-in and ask “How are you feeling about your postpartum journey and body?”. Lots of our mamas were feeling the pressure to “bounce back”, so we’re sharing some ways you can shift your mindset and start to love your postpartum body.
How To Tell If You Have Baby Blues Or Postpartum Depression
Did you know suicide is one of the leading causes of maternal deaths? We can change this statistic by talking about and better recognizing maternal mental health issues. That starts with understanding the baby blues, postpartum depression, and how to tell the difference between the two.
How Will I Know If I Have Postpartum Depression? Plus, One Mother's Story
Postpartum depression (commonly shortened to PPD) is believed to affect 10-20% of new mothers, yet the question "how will I know if I have postpartum depression?" is not often one that crosses the minds of new and expecting mothers. Earlier this week, we spoke with a mama in our community who has found strength in writing about her own journey with PPD, and this certainly wasn't a question she thought about when she was pregnant…