Community Posts, Tips & Support on Postpartum Care

My body feels so sore and tired. Any tips or products to make the recovery easier?

I feel embarrassed and actually really sad about this but I feel like I’ve lost apart of myself and forgotten how to talk to other adults! I’m a SAHM to a 2 year old. I feel like when I go out to mum clases or places where I would interact with people other than my family or even friends who barely know me, I can’t ...

Hey! I’m 3 weeks PP, I think I might be struggling with postnatal depression. I’ve previously been on antidepressants but didn’t take any during pregnancy. I’m seeking help through my midwife but have a feeling they could suggest I go back on the tablets. Has anyone taken antidepressants while breastfeeding? If so, ...

Has anybody else experienced intrusive thoughts with their new born? & when did it stop or reduce? I’m diagnosed OCD anyway so I’ve always suffered with intrusive thoughts but throughout my pregnancy and when my new born was born they’ve been a lot more intense and regular.

Hey mamas! My baby is now 4 months old and I’m exclusively pumping. Everything hurts in my body lately. Especially my joints, my shoulders, I feel so exhausted all the time. I thought it was just a phase in postpartum but I feel it’s who I am now 😢 What advice do you have to get better? How do you bounce back from…

Right guys, it’s gotten to the stage in my pregnancy where I can no longer see to shave (nor can I comfort sit in the bath)😭😩 I need help, tips and tricks to get the job done. I know I will get comments such as ‘I don’t care when I’m pregnant’, ‘l just let it grow out’.. I can not, okay, that’s great for you but…

I'm three and a half months postpartum. I started working out a month and a half ago. Here is the photo of when I started. I'll post my progress in the comments. I see a big improvement so far, and my weight lifting seems to be getting better also. I went from lifting 30 lbs or so to lifting 70 lbs now. I'm proud of...

How did y’all know it was PPA? I am so. Angry. All the time. Edit: we are almost 8 months postpartum But I’m the primary caretaker. And I’m the breadwinner. And I’m the one fighting full time daycare. Is it postpartum rage/anger, or is it situational? Can anyone who has experienced PPA share??

I had an emergency c section and with a spinal block. The last few months every night in bed my lower back hurts. It never hurts in the day or when I’m sitting up always laying down. I’ve tried allsorts, strength training, massage and even a new mattress. I feel like it must be linked as I don’t know what else it c...

I am exactly 3 months postpartum and breastfeeding my baby. Me and husband were super close before having a baby and so in love for 5 years and had a great intimate life. But now I just don’t feel anything. Not only do i not feel anything but i am actually repulsed by any form of physical touch. I don’t understan...

i have a 3 year old girl, she has the worst attitude, shes means, she hits me and other people, she doesnt use her manners although i an teaching her how to and i am really polite, she refuses to brush her teeth i have to pin her down she refuses to shower she screams and kicks and i have to worry about her banging ...

What's everyone's opinions on it at birth?? I didn't know it was a thing until I see someone post their birth plan! I didn't think it was done unless there was an issue or causing pain?!

Highly considering one this time, did it make your experience more enjoyable?

so im a first time mom to a boy i am 33 weeks and 6 days and i was just wondering did you guys have your baby circumcised like what does it do if you don’t get it cut does it hurt him how do they do it can somebody just give me more information and not the google answer like i wanna know the benefits and everything ...

4 weeks and 3 days postpartum. Emergency C-section. And I am craving my spouse. I know I know “6weeks” I don’t want to hear about infections. I know. I get it……but I’m just curious to know if yall waited…. Because your girl is thirsty😆

Ugh 😩! Anyone else have a bi polar spouse?! Likeeee I love him but I’m losing my mind dealing with this. Advice? We are literally supposed to get married next year but if he can’t get this under control 🫠

Anyone who had an episiotomy- how’s the recovery? I am day 15 and found it’s more sore now and is often itchy which I assume is good sign of healing, interested to know if anyone else experiencing this?

A little about our situation. 3 year old and 4 month old. Together for 14 years. Since becoming a mom I feel like Ive grown sooo much. I think he has too but still struggling with a lot of unprocessed trauma. His father used to be a addict and his mom is addicted to prescription medication and very verbally abusive...

My husband is an over the road truck driver and I am a stay at home of 4 children, 2 autistic children. I’ve been a stay at home for years and I wanted to pursue my career and my husband doesn’t want me to pursue my career at all. He’s always worried about himself. I cry to him about me being stressed out and he alw...

I feel like my life has no purpose like me being alive is meaningless I just want to talk to someone who understands and won’t judge me I feel like I’m alone in this life because nobody has shown up for me like they don’t care and it shows and I’m struggling with everything right now I don’t feel like I’m human anymore