Jul 01 2024 52 mins 3
What do you REALLY need to know about caring for your postpartum body?
To answer this question I invited Ruth Macy, a pelvic health physical therapist, and Courtney Naliboff, a teacher, writer, and musician, on to the podcast to talk about all things postpartum recovery and self-compassion.
Together we explore:
- The inspiration behind their book "Your Postpartum Body: The Complete Guide to Healing After Pregnancy"
- The concept of radical self-acceptance and compassion in healing after birth
- The essential needs for postpartum recovery: rest, hydration, nutrition, and support (and how to make them a priority)
- The challenges/human cost of lactation and the mental health impact of weaning
- Systemic barriers to postpartum care and practical solutions to navigate them
Learn more about Courtney and Ruth’s book here!
If you're a California parent and interested in learning more about working with Dr. Cassidy and her therapy services visit www.drcassidymft.com
If you're not a California resident and interested in starting therapy, you can learn how to find a therapist in your area by visiting https://www.drcassidymft.com/blog/how-to-find-a-therapist-like-me
I teamed up with March of Dimes and HCA Healthcare to have a conversation I wish I had witnessed during my first postpartum season. Watch now at marchofdimes.org/itstartswithmomlive
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