The Postpartum Wellness Show

Ep.2: What is the Postpartum Period and Why It's Important (An Update!)

Dr. Kristal Lau Episode 2

Review of the postpartum period, the common terminologies used, and introduction of two new terms: postpartum recovery month and Matrescence. Explore why it's important to know about these terms in the postpartum journey.
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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

Fresh Terms for New Experiences: I talk about "Postpartum Recovery Month" and "Matrescence" to give a better understanding of the postpartum recovery period and the incredible transformation into motherhood.

Understand Why Definitions Matter: Clear language is important in making positive changes for parents and in normalizing the much-needed rest and recovery time that moms deserve after giving birth.
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QUOTES

"Everything you've been feeling about your postpartum journey has always been valid despite what everyone else has been telling you."

"Matrescence is now being put forth as another life-changing event for someone who has gone through the process of childbirth."

"This [the postpartum period] is no holiday. So, it's absolutely a viewpoint that we need to discard and one way to help doing that is to start talking about them in all these terms and have the definitions in place."

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