Postpartum must have items are unique because postpartum hygiene simply hits differently than any other time in life? Why? You're essentially leaking from every orifice of your body. Your hormones are on a roller coster so the sweat? It's next level. And that first postpartum bowel movement? Well, some moms fear it just as much as birth 👀 The good news? There are some awesome items that can keep you feeling fresh AND regular 😉 No need to fear! Some of our favorite must haves: ✨️ Dermaplast - Stitches? Swelling? Abrasions? Temporarily numb the area to reduce discomfort, itching, etc. ✨️ Witch Hazel (liquid) and or pads. This offers significant soothing and aids in reducing vulvar and perineal swelling as well as reduce hemorrhoids. ✨️ The amount of bleeding and lochia the first couple days can be significant. An adult diaper offers leak proof security so you can sleep and rest without worry. Great for that first pediatrician appointment as well. That first time out the door can be nerve wracking. ✨️Switching to 100% organic cotton pads (disposable or reuseable) after a few days can be really helpful. The skin can start to get irritated from moisture, harsh products, etc. The organic cotton tends to be gentler. ✨️ Dry shampoo. My #1 postpartum tip? Shower daily. BUT that might not always include a good thorough hair wash if baby insists on closeness constantly or you're just truly fatigued. Always get that full wipe down, but if the hair isn't finished, dry shampoo is great. Also good for afternoon touch ups because the increased sweating, hormonal shifts, etc., can increase natural grease. ✨️ Deodorant wipes are my favorite. Tossing a deodorant stick in the diaper bag could lead to melting. These wipes don't melt and are perfect for an afternoon refresh because again, those hormones are rough! ✨️ A robe...please don't feel like you need to be anything but comfortable while home. Easy access for feeding, skin to skin, and can help with the moments you wake up freezing...after sweating...because why won't our bodies pick a temperature?!?!

One thing that I find super fun is how social media and platforms like Skool and Linked In, gives us the opportunity to connect with people all over the world and learn more about that place and the culture! So I’m curious… what country (or state) do YOU live in? what is maternal care like there? (Prenatal & postpartum) - I live on the Seacoast in New Hampshire in the USA 🇺🇸 Now it’s your turn ⤵️

🚾 If you’ve spent a lot of time scrubbing sinks, showers, bathtubs and toilets . . . especially if you have a large family, 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 than this post is for you! 🤰🏼🧑‍🍼 If pregnant or postpartum, taking on cleaning chores can be overwhelming, tedious and sometimes just unsafe or unhealthy with all the chemicals and toxins in traditional cleaning products! I’ve got a solution for you! Norwex! 💧Norwex has a wide variety of chemical free, nontoxic, bio-enzyme cleaners for your ALL your household cleaning needs! 🛁🚽🚿Today we will focus on the Bathroom Essentials set which includes: All-in-One Bathroom Cleaner Cleaner-dispensing toilet brush EnviroCloth Window cloth Bathroom Scrub Mitt Norwex Mission: Sharing a cleaner, safer way of living by reducing harmful chemicals in everyday lives. We ban over 2,700 questionable and unsafe ingredients from all of our products. Keep yourself, your little ones and your entire family, (pets included) safe and free from toxic overload and hormones disruptors by ditching the standard, commercial cleaning products and switching to Norwex! https://theresource.norwex.com/resources/video/bathroom_essentials_set_final.MP4 🛍️ www.norwex.com/erikacardinale ⁉️What’s the one bathroom task you dread the most?.

A GOOD birth team aims to have a collaborative approach to care. You're on the same team with the goal of a healthy baby, healthy mom, AND a positive experience. How do we have a positive experience? ✨️ Active participant in the decision making process ✨️ Autonomy ✨️ Support throughout pregnancy and birth ✨️ Education ✨️ Respectful communication about the benefits and risks of varying options in birth ✨️ Evidence-based discussions, not fear mongering Outside of emergencies, you should not hear, "you MUST do x." or similar phrases. You should hear something like, "I recommend X because of Y. Current evidence shows this is recommended for situations where we see Z. What questions do you have?" It isn't about declining what's offered or second guessing what a medical expert recommends. It's about respectful care rooted in mutual respect and not a hierarchy or infantilization. Choosing a provider who your can trust is so important. Did you feel respected and heard during your care?