Postnatal Recovery Matters - Why Making a Postnatal Recovery Plan can be as Important as a Birth Plan For years, new mothers have been under immense pressure to “bounce back” after birth. Too much emphasis has been placed on appearance - how quickly is she back in her old jeans? But who really cares? What matters far more is how supported she has felt. Whether she has been listened to without judgement. Whether she has been nourished, cared for, and gently held during her postnatal recovery. The weeks and months after birth can be emotionally and physically intense. You may be sleep-deprived, your hormones rushing through your body, and your priorities shifting almost overnight. Your body can feel unfamiliar, and there may be a sense of losing who you were before, even as you begin to grow into someone new. This is not a time for rushing. It is a time for slowing down, noticing the small wins, and feeling your way forward, with the right support around you.

How to reduce unnecessary medical interventions during labour.