Let's Talk Postpartum

Caesarean Recovery, Switching to Formula, and Overcoming Comparison


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Kelly shares what her birth and postpartum experiences were like in this episode. You'll hear how an unexpected caesarean led to a rocky postpartum recovery at first. Kelly shares some products she found that did help with that recovery. You'll also hear how and why Kelly and her husband decided to switch from their son from breastfeeding to formula which in turn improved Kelly's mental health. We also touch on overcoming comparison and unrealistic expectations throughout motherhood and postpartum.

Here are some details mentioned in this episode:

This is the Postpartum Belly Binder that Kelly used:

3 in 1 Postpartum Support - Recovery Belly/Waist/Pelvis Belt Shapewear (Found on Amazon)

This is the Skin and Scar Balm Kelly used (and I recommend as well) for Caesarean recovery and stretch marks:

Earth Mama Organics Skin and Scar Balm 

These are the lactation cookies Kelly liked:

Booby Boons Lactation Cookies +Probiotics, Salted Caramel, 6 Ounce Bag – Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Fenugreek-Free Ingredients, 1 Billion Probiotics (CFU) Per Serving (Found on Amazon)

Kelly loved these pants for pregnancy and postpartum caesarean recovery:

Ekouaer Maternity Pajama Pants for Women Pregnancy Long Pants Soft Sweatpants Lounge Trousers (Found on Amazon)

These are a couple make-ahead/freezer recipes Kelly enjoyed for postpartum:

Southwestern Egg Muffins from My Suburban Kitchen 
Baked Oatmeal Cups from Eating Bird Food

You can connect with Kelly over on Instagram at: @mrskellylesko 

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