You at 1 Week Postpartum: Your Body and Mind
All about matrescence, plus the "New Mom Welcome Packet."
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Congratulations! You just brought new life into this world. And you might be sitting there thinking, uhhhhh, what just happened? Can humans really survive on this little sleep? And the doozy: who am I?! Becoming a mother is believed to be as much of a change for women as going through adolescence. And just like adolescence, it comes with a learning curve and so much to unpack.
This week, our focus is on helping you get comfortable—in your chair (these are great donut pillows), leaving the house (when you're ready), setting boundaries (it's okay to say no to visitors) and more.
Your top questions, answered
🌳 Get outside: Why is being in nature suggested for postpartum health? Learn more→
🍼 Boob FAQ: What’s some advice for treating sore nipples? (Ouch!) Learn more→
👶 Viewing party: How do I set boundaries with eager visitors? Learn more→
🧘🏽♂️ Meditation: What’s a good practice focused on recovery? Learn more→
In her words
“No one told me I would be coming home in diapers, too.“ — Chrissy Teigen
More to read at 1 week postpartum
This “New Mom Welcome Packet” contains 10 pearls of wisdom→
How to mentally recover from a challenging birth→
Our favorite tips for physically recovering from any kind of delivery→
Social spotlight
POV: you have a newborn 😂
Editors' picks, just for you
Reliable underwear
Our fave options for different needs (including C-section recovery). See them all→
Postpartum pads
We tested 18 to find you the 5 best. See them all→
