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Postpartum3 min read

The First Poop After Birth: Why It's Scarier Than Labor (And How to Make It Easier)

Nobody warns you that the first postpartum bowel movement is its own event. Here's why it's so dreaded—and the simple steps that make it far less scary.

Apr 8, 2026

Postpartum3 min read

The Stitches “Down There”: Healing, Sitting, and the Peri Bottle That Saves You

Perineal stitches make the early postpartum days tender. Here's how to heal comfortably, sit without wincing, and know when something's wrong.

Apr 5, 2026

Postpartum3 min read

The 5-5-5 Rule: Why the First Two Weeks Lying Low Pay Off for Months

Cultures around the world prescribe rest after birth for a reason. The 5-5-5 rule is a simple framework for slowing down—and why it matters so much.

Apr 3, 2026