By Chelsea Skaggs: Postpartum Coach Becoming a mother is a journey that is brimming with joy, love, and let’s face it, sleepless nights. One of the most significant challenges new moms face is managing sleep deprivation. According to the National Sleep Foundation, new parents can lose up to 44 days of sleep in the first …
AUGUST 8, 2023 BY CHELSEA SKAGGS: COACHPostpartum Fitness You brought a baby into the world, mama, and there is hardly anything that can compare to that when it comes to powerful! Most women have a variety of emotions when it comes to postpartum bodies and fitness. We know there are many benefits to an active …
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Becoming a new mom is a whirlwind of emotions. Amidst the joy and the wonder, there’s a significant amount of pressure and sometimes, overwhelming feelings. And the fun thing is, all of those feelings can happen in a matter of minutes (and maybe seconds.) Today, we’re talking about mental health check-ins and how to navigate …
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The postpartum period is filled with changes. You:-Are nurturing a new life.-Are adjusting to a new body. -Experiencing sleepless nights.-Are managing emotional highs and lows.-Are learning the ropes of motherhood. Navigating these challenges is no small feat and often, amidst this whirlwind, self-compassion is usually forgotten. I remember as a new mom, I felt pressure …
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If you are a new mom there are potentially two things that feel frustrating about postpartum body image. First, understanding your own body after birth. Secondly, how you relate to your husband or partner about your postpartum body. We have a couple of other blog posts on postpartum body changes and how body image impacts …
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Have you ever felt disconnected from your partner due to anger or feeling like things are unfair? Have you found yourself distancing because you feel overloaded with things while it doesn’t seem like your partner is? Do you find yourself scoffing or saying things like “Well at least you get to___” or “Wouldn’t it be …
Lube and libido, both things that have a huge impact on our sex and intimacy after baby, and we’re going to break down, what happens to our libido after we have a baby, what kind of lube might be right for you, and how we can kind of get into this sexual intimacy space again, without feeling like shit.
And without just trying to get it done.
And baby makes three. The birth of a new baby brings changes to a couple, both the new mom and the new dad. While both science and society are still exploring what it means to be a new parent in 2021, there are many things we know but are not discussed. At Postpartum Together we …
In a relationship, communication is key. However, most people are not taught their processing and communication styles. This can lead to misunderstanding and conflict, especially if you and your partner have a different communication style. What is an internal and external processor? An internal processor is someone who thinks to talk. He will likely spend …
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At every point in your relationship, it is important to understand yourself and your partner. You need to know how you communicate and understand your needs. And, you need to know how your partner communicates their needs. Having a knowledge of the 5 love languages allows you to get a better understanding and work on …
What is the invisible load that stay-at-home moms carry? Is the role of a SAHM easy? The invisible load is the unseen, uncompensated workload someone carries. For stay-at-home moms, this can mean a number of roles in and out of the home.
There are many things people tell you about when you are pregnant and postpartum. People prepare you for birthing options. They share their opinions on what to do and wear when pregnant, and they are quick to tell you their favorite baby products. One topic that impacts many moms, but yet often goes unspoken, is …
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