The first days after giving birth can feel like a blur—equal parts magical, messy, and downright intense. In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary (RN, IBCLC, mom of four) and Erica walk through everything new moms wish they’d known about what happens after the baby is born.
From physical symptoms like cramps and night sweats to emotional rollercoasters and baby’s first latch, Hillary brings both clinical insight and personal experience to help you feel prepared, not blindsided.
Inside this episode:
– Why postpartum cramps hit harder with each baby—and what helps
– Night sweats, weird smells, and other surprising changes
– The critical first two hours after birth (and how to advocate for uninterrupted skin-to-skin)
– What to know about postpartum bleeding and fundal massages
– The truth about that first bowel movement after birth
– How newborn sleep actually works (hint: it’s not like adult sleep)
– Tips for easing pain, maximizing rest, and giving yourself grace
This is the stuff most people *don’t* talk about—but it’s exactly what every mom deserves to hear.
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