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11. The First 6 Weeks Postpartum

Jedi Fam
Jedi Fam
Episode • Jan 8, 2024 • 1h 14m

The first 6 weeks postpartum are some of the most important weeks and Tash & Nick are here to share their experience, what they've learnt and suggestions to support yourself through these times that can feel so uncertain, out of your control and challenging.


Today episode talks about:


  • Initiation of breastfeeding and the challenges faced
  • Importance of the first six weeks as parents
  • Why you need to know how to regulate yourself and deep breathing during breastfeeding
  • Co-regulation and building trust with the baby is key
  • Secure attachment from the beginning and the benefits
  • The role of the first 40 days in a woman's life after birth
  • Importance of self-care and taking time for oneself
  • How to navigate the challenges of "not having alone time" or "you time" anymore post birth
  • Boundaries with family and friends postpartum
  • The benefits of co-sleeping and finding a safe space for the baby
  • The decision not to v@xx and the importance of personal research
  • Being a good teammate with your partner and finding ways to be intimate
  • The temporary nature of challenging moments and the need to savor special moments
  • No penetrative s#x for the first six weeks to allow for healing and finding intimacy in other ways.

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