In this episode Rebecca Cohen, an MD that left the hospital to become a birthkeeper & postpartum support specialist, shares her extensive experiences, both personal and professional, surrounding postpartum care. Covering her journey through the births of five children, the lack of postpartum education even as a medical professional (OBGYN), and the ways societal expectations impact postpartum recovery, Rebecca emphasizes the importance of proper rest and support.
The discussion includes traditional practices like closing of the bones, yoni steaming, and simple bodywork that anyone can perform, as well as the need for shifting societal perspectives to better honor postpartum mothers. We also touch on postpartum after a miscarriage or loss as it seems like society forgets that we're still postpartum if this is the journey we have walked. This episode is a profound dive into the essential aspects of postpartum healing and the cultural and personal shifts needed to support mothers.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:28 Rebecca's Personal Postpartum Journey
01:16 The Impact of Medical Training on Postpartum Care
03:04 The Struggles of Early Postpartum
04:37 Physical and Emotional Challenges
06:13 Learning About Pelvic Floor Health
16:25 The Turning Point: Holistic Pelvic Care
17:56 The Shift to Holistic Practices
22:13 The Importance of Postpartum Rest
23:10 The Role of Societal Expectations
39:20 Practical Advice for Postpartum Recovery
50:41 The Influence of Birth Experience on Postpartum
55:11 Understanding Patriarchy and Its Impact on Women
58:58 The Importance of Postpartum Care
59:09 Challenges of Medical Birth and Postpartum Anxiety
01:01:59 Traditional Postpartum Practices: Closing of the Bones
01:07:18 Yoni Steaming: Benefits and Misconceptions
01:26:56 Navigating Miscarriage and Postpartum Grief
01:45:42 Practical Postpartum Tips and Support
02:00:21 Herbal Remedies for Postpartum Recovery
02:05:44 Final Thoughts on Supporting Postpartum Women
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The content of this podcast is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to take full responsibility for their own bodies and decisions and to consult with qualified professionals as needed.