The importance of postpartum planning

 Dr Oscar Serrallach is a Postnatal Specialist, he has developed a process that addresses the requirements of fourth trimester healing.

The 3 main principles of Postpartum Planning, for Mothers’ Wellbeing:
 

1. Deep Rest 1 month

2. Deep Support 100 days
3. Priority on sleep 1 year
 

What do these principles look like when applied to the postpartum time?
1. Deep rest 1 month - the focus is on her healing from birth, and a gentle time - for her hormones to return to balance and simply, to connect with her baby.
 

2. Deep support 100 days - for a healthy Nervous System it is fantastic if a Mother can feel the ongoing support and safety that is provided by trusted family & friends. This looks like: a roster for meals, housework and child care where there are older siblings. Don’t forget that dads / partners also need support!
 

3. Priority on sleep 1 year. Many Mothers say, “but the evening after baby goes to bed is when I get time to myself!” But is it more important than getting enough sleep? Maybe get some support during the day for some me time, and get yourself early to bed… this is paramount.
 

If you are a mama who didn’t get the ideal rest and support in your postpartum time, this might bring up sadness and mixed emotions. We feel that it is never too late for postpartum healing. Why not make a plan for yourself to enact these principles of rest, support and sleep in a different way? Your nervous system will thank you.
 

Also - sharing this information with other pregnant and new mothers can also be incredibly healing. When one Mother heals we all heal ✨🙏🏼