Loving Lessons Learned- The Sleep Coaching Podcast

Ep. 21 Nourishment after Birth in the Fourth Trimester

Irene Gouge Season 2 Episode 21

Nourishing your body after giving birth can be a challenge.  Asking for what you need to recover and heal is a skill and process.  Today I’m connecting with Stephanie  who is a postpartum doula  from Au Petit Jour and she shares some tips and ways you can make nourishing meals a priority for your family.


It's crucial to understand that nourishing your body after giving birth plays a vital role in your overall recovery and well-being. Proper nutrition helps replenish the vital nutrients lost during childbirth, supports your body's healing process, and boosts your energy levels.

⭐️ Key Loving Lessons Learned in this episode: 

🟣 Gaining insights into the early days with your newborn and learning to prioritize daily needs.

 🟣 Developing an intimate relationship with your postpartum doula.

 🟣 Exploring the various specialties of postpartum doula support.

🟣 Understanding the importance of nourishment for your body and how it aids in postpartum recovery.

🟣 Navigating the early days with a newborn and adjusting your expectations.

 🟣 Remembering that social media doesn’t portray reality; nobody is juggling everything perfectly.

 🟣 Deciding what is truly important to you.

🟣 Key questions to ask when hiring a postpartum doula.

🟣 Stephanie's readiness to mentor aspiring postpartum doulas.

Resources mentioned to help you keep learning & growing: 

Check out the blog post for the recipes. 

Learn more about Stephanie Gleason with Au Petit Jour 

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