Holding Space

142: Caring for the Postpartum Body with Ruth Macy and Courtney Naliboff


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What do you REALLY need to know about caring for your postpartum body?

To answer this question I invited Ruth Macy, a pelvic health physical therapist, and Courtney Naliboff, a teacher, writer, and musician, on to the podcast to talk about all things postpartum recovery and self-compassion.

Together we explore:

  • The inspiration behind their book "Your Postpartum Body: The Complete Guide to Healing After Pregnancy"
  • The concept of radical self-acceptance and compassion in healing after birth
  • The essential needs for postpartum recovery: rest, hydration, nutrition, and support (and how to make them a priority)
  • The challenges/human cost of lactation and the mental health impact of weaning
  • Systemic barriers to postpartum care and practical solutions to navigate them


Learn more about Courtney and Ruth’s book here!

If you're a California parent and interested in learning more about working with Dr. Cassidy and her therapy services visit www.drcassidymft.com

If you're not a California resident and interested in starting therapy, you can learn how to find a therapist in your area by visiting https://www.drcassidymft.com/blog/how-to-find-a-therapist-like-me



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