3 Things Your Body Wants You To Know After Giving Birth….
Healing Takes Time
Your body has done something extraordinary. Whether you birthed vaginally or by caesarian, your tissues, hormones and nervous system are all healing. It takes months, even years for your body to fully repair after 9 months of b being pregnant and then giving birth. There is no need to rush your healing. Give your body the honour that it deserves after growing your beautiful baby and birthing it. Rest. Nurture. Enjoy this beautiful with your new baby, everything else can wait
Your Emotions May Feel Like A Wave
The huge hormonal shift after birth can feel like a roller coaster, where you feel joyful one minute and teary the next. This postpartum time is one where you are at your most vulnerable. Extra care in being kind to yourself is a must. Be gentle with yourself, ask for support when you need it and remember you don’t have to navigate this season alone.
Don’t Rush The First Moments
The first moments of your babies life are the. most precious you will ever experience. Not to mention what your body has gone through during labour and giving birth. It is a time to rest. It is a time to recover. but most important of all, it is time be totally absorbed by your beautiful little newborn. The magic of the first few days doesn’t last long and you can never get it back. Sit and cuddle and stare in wonder at your little miracle. The world can wait.