In this episode, we’re talking about early postpartum—a season that is often underestimated, rushed, or misunderstood.

Early postpartum isn’t just about physical recovery. It’s a whole-life transition. Your emotions, relationships, body, sleep, and sense of self are all changing at the same time. This is matrescence in motion.

We spoke about emotional changes—how it’s normal to feel tender, overwhelmed, tearful, or deeply sensitive. These shifts are influenced by hormones, exhaustion, and the enormity of becoming responsible for a new life. Feeling “all over the place” doesn’t mean something is wrong—it means something big is happening.

We explored how sleep deprivation affects everything. When sleep is fragmented, your nervous system stays on high alert. This can make emotions feel louder, coping feel harder, and decision-making more challenging. This isn’t a personal weakness—it’s biology.

We also talked about how relationships shift in early postpartum. Dynamics with partners can change, communication can feel harder, and expectations—spoken or unspoken—can create tension. Learning to communicate needs clearly and gently, and revisiting roles and responsibilities, becomes essential during this time.

A big focus of the conversation was what mothers actually need in early postpartum. Support from community isn’t optional—it’s foundational. We were never meant to mother alone. Practical help, emotional holding, and being witnessed matter deeply.

We spoke about the importance of time to yourself, even in small moments. Space to breathe, shower, rest, or simply be quiet helps regulate the nervous system and reconnect you to yourself.

We also named that self-care isn’t selfish. Nourishing your body, resting, eating well, and tending to your emotional needs isn’t indulgent—it’s necessary. Caring for yourself is part of caring for your baby.

We discussed nurturing the postpartum body—honouring recovery, slowing down, and releasing pressure to “bounce back.” Your body deserves patience, gentleness, and respect as it heals and adapts.

Finally, we highlighted the importance of communication with partners—sharing how you’re really feeling, asking for help, and letting needs be known without guilt or apology. Early postpartum is not the time to push through alone.

This episode is an invitation to soften expectations, widen support, and remember: You are not meant to do this perfectly. You are meant to be supported.