Lactation Consultant
Knowledge is power when it comes to breastfeeding. Get the advice from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who can give insight into different feeding positions, baby’s latch, and ensure pain and bleeding is avoided. If there is an issue such as tongue tie that is affecting your breastfeeding journey, a IBCLC will steer you in the right direction.
Chiropractor or Osteopath
To assess you and the baby after birth. I personally found this beneficial as I could not understand why Otto hated laying on his back and would scream when breastfeeding on one particular breast. An assessment showed he was out of alignment.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
To assess your recovery from birth, provide support if you experience a prolapse or any discomfort, and give the approval to return to exercise from six weeks.
The fourth trimester can be an emotional rollercoaster. Do not hesitate to ask for support, or accept help when offered.
Call on your family and friends
The fourth trimester can be an emotional rollercoaster. Do not hesitate to ask for support, or accept help when offered. Anything from help with cooking, cleaning or washing – while you are spending time holding your baby, allow someone else to hold you.
If you are reading this and have a loved one giving birth soon, consider starting a meal train for the first few weeks post-birth. This can be life-changing for new parents.
Georgia Hartmann is a Naturopath, Mum of two and Founder of Hormone Health Studio. Find out more about what they do on their website or contact Georgia at hello@hormonehealthstudio.com. You can also follow them on Instagram at @hormonehealthstudio.
