Postpartum Care Articles

Postpartum Care articles for parents, doulas, lactation consultants, and other perinatal care providers.

Postpartum Infection Symptoms: When to Call a Doctor

You might be reading this while sitting on a donut pillow, trying to feed a baby, or wondering why you feel so wiped out when everyone keeps saying rest is the answer. After birth, a lot of discomfort is expected. Soreness, bleeding, sweating, cramping, breast fullness, and deep tiredness can all be part of recovery. The hard part is that postpartum infection symptoms can start in ways that feel easy to brush off. You may think you're just exhausted, dehydrated, or having a rough day. That confusion is common, and it's one reason infections can be missed early. Your Body...

Plus Size Breastfeeding: Your Confident Guide

If you're reading this at 2 a.m. with a hungry baby, a stack of pillows, and the sinking feeling that your body is making this harder than it should, take a breath. A lot of plus-size parents get told vague things like “just keep trying” or “maybe your body isn't built for breastfeeding.” That advice is wrong, and it's harmful. Plus size breastfeeding can come with some very real challenges. Bigger breasts can change positioning. Flatter nipples or denser areolas can make latch work feel awkward. Some parents also deal with a slower milk transition in the first days. But...