You at 2 Weeks Postpartum: Your Body and Mind

Let's talk: hormones

During the postpartum period, it’s important to remember that your hormones are on a huge journey and you, amazing mother, are just along for the ride. Not just from a mental health perspective, either—extreme night sweats, anyone?!

One of the things that can often feel murky early on (thanks to said hormones) is identifying the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression. Whether you're aboard an emotional rollercoaster now or just wondering what to watch out for, this expert advice will help you understand both (which are reportedly felt by a majority of postpartum parents).

Your top questions, answered

🩹 Body talk: I’m thinking I have diastasis recti. What’s next? Learn more→

😵‍💫 The mind: Any studies on postpartum brain changes? Learn more→

📺 TV recs: So much couch time! Feel-good show recommendations? Learn more→

🧘 Deep breaths: What’s a good meditation for self-love? Learn more→

In her words

"People who say they sleep like a baby usually don't have one." — Leo J. Burke

More to read at 2 weeks postpartum

If you’re pumping breast milk, take a good listen 👂 | Did you know it’s common for women to hear their pump speaking to them? Some moms sent in their pump’s quotes for our enjoyment. Read more→

“I feel zero shame when asked why I don’t breastfeed” | On the topic of feeding, we loved this one mom’s journey—from breastfeeding, to exclusively pumping, to formula feeding—as a reminder that what's best for your family might be different from what you originally planned. Read more→

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