postpartum care

Britney Spears was tormented for being postpartum, full stop

She was a vulnerable new mama struggling with her mental health, and society left her to the wolves.

Yes, it’s possible to get pregnant again soon after giving birth

Morgan Stewart recently announced that she's pregnant with her second child less than 7 months after giving birth to her first. Here's what you need to know about having kids so close together.

This comic shows the reality of what postpartum relationships can look like

After having a baby, your relationship with your partner can feel unrecognizable.

Sometimes motherhood can feel really lonely

The world is still out there, waiting for you to return to it.

Caring for your newborn baby during the COVID-19 pandemic

Here's exactly to handle postpartum visits + social distancing with a newborn right now.

9 postpartum undies that make the fourth trimester a little easier

From bleeding and leaks to caring for a c-section incision, these undies have your back–er, well, you know.

This mama reminds us that becoming a mother is the birth of a human AND a new woman

"You go from the highest your hormones will ever be in your life to the lowest all in one swift moment."

A pill for PPD has been fast-tracked for FDA authorization

Zuranolone could be a game-changer for those with PPD.

It’s science: This is why many postpartum moms don’t feel like having sex

It's normal to have a low sex drive postpartum.

The magic of a month of rest: How a Chinese tradition can help postpartum mothers today

According to the ancient practice of “sitting the month,” there are 4 keys to healing after birth.

10 crucial rules for visiting a newborn

When visiting a newborn, remember, it's about them, not you

The 17 best period panties to save your pants, sheets and peace of mind

And they're not just for periods, mama.

What you need to know about your postpartum body

During pregnancy, much of the focus is around preparing to give birth…

Pregnant mamas are the ultimate endurance athletes, research confirms

And while athletes get help for their injuries, moms don't.

Postpartum recovery is about so much more than weight loss

What if you could take a step back and figure out how to redefine new motherhood without focusing on weight loss postpartum? What if you took dieting out of the equation? How cou you best support yourself and be kind to yourself during this vulnerable time of transition in postpartum?

Yes, you’ll still need to wear a postpartum diaper after a C-section

Postpartum bleeding, or lochia, happens no matter how you gave birth.

Motherly created the woman-centered digital classes mamas need

Pregnancy Wellness, The Motherly Birth Class and Postpartum Wellness are 100% digital, so you can complete the classes at your own pace.

10 real truths about the Fourth Trimester, mama

2. You are not going to enjoy every minute, and that's okay.

The best foods to support your postpartum recovery

We're breaking down your nutrition needs for those first few weeks postpartum.

Creating a postpartum sanctuary plan is just as important as your birth plan

If not more.