This is a beloved film that I highly recommend watching. https://vimeo.com/ondemand/birthdayenglish/144581810?autoplay=1

Hello! I’ll be cooking with the author of the First Forty Days Heng Ou. We will be making some traditional postpartum recipes. For all folks, moms, grandmas, birthworkers. There’s a 24 hour sale today to tomorrow. Use code: FEEDMOM200 $200 off https://go.motherbees.com/feeding-the-new-mom-the-nourishment-workshop

Hi everyone. Super happy that Nikki will be offering my clients a free prenatal breastfeeding class. Join us on zoom. If you are postpartum and need support join us also!

Did you know that your body produces its own version of Pitocin during labor? It’s called oxytocin, often referred to as the "love hormone.” This powerful natural hormone plays a central role in labor, birth, and bonding. ✨ What Oxytocin Does in Labor: - Stimulates rhythmic uterine contractions - Helps the cervix dilate - Encourages the placenta to detach after birth - Promotes bonding and breastfeeding right after delivery - Reduces stress and enhances feelings of calm and connection 💡 How to Support Your Natural Oxytocin: - Create a safe, quiet, and private birthing environment - Use gentle touch, massage, and loving words - Practice deep breathing and relaxation techniques - Limit unnecessary interventions and bright lights - Stay connected to your birth team - Skin-to-skin contact and early breastfeeding postpartum 🔄 While synthetic Pitocin can help when medically necessary, nothing quite compares to your body’s own natural rhythm. Trust in the incredible design of your body — oxytocin is your built-in guide and partner in labor. Your body creates 3-4x more oxytocin naturally in labor to help you meet the intensity of labor and reduce stress naturally. 💪❤️ 💬 Mothers: What will help you support and protect your natural oxytocin during labor? Let’s share tips, stories, and support in the comments below!

Check out these herbal allies. You can purchase ahead of time to have on hand in the event you need them or keep them handy for reference.