You Do Not Have to Find the Words

Your feelings are valid, even if you cannot name them yet.

Postpartum is often overlooked in the excitement and intensity that lead up to birth.

During a first pregnancy, most of your focus is on labour, delivery and what you must do on the day your baby arrives. That preparation is essential—but so is planning for the reality of caring for your baby and caring for yourself.

How will you feel within your own skin once birth is over?

Who will support you, and in what ways?

How will your home hold you during recovery?

Postpartum planning matters. That is why I created an entire workbook devoted to it.

The postpartum is a time of deep physical and emotional change. Many new parents feel anxiety, exhaustion or depression. Prioritising self‑care and asking for support—whether from family, friends or a postpartum doula—can make all the difference.

You are allowed to ask for help.

You are allowed to rest.

You are allowed to receive.

A supported parent is a whole parent, and that benefits both you and your baby.