In this episode of Delivered, we are joined by Courtney, creator of the instagram community, Beyond PPD. Courtney was faced with her own grueling Postpartum Depression journey during COVID, and has found healing. Join Courtney & I as we recall the ways COVID affected our pregnancies, births, and postpartum recoveries. Courtney will share her personal story of overcoming this difficult period, offering practical advice and resources for those currently struggling.

Whether you're a new mom, a family member, or a friend trying to understand what someone is going through, this episode will provide insight, comfort, and inspiration. Discover that there is light beyond the darkness of postpartum depression and that healing and hope are within reach. Tune in to learn more about navigating this journey and how to support yourself or others in finding the path to recovery.

Links:

To learn more about Courtney & Beyond PPD, go to https://beyondpostpartumdepression.com/

To learn more about Postpartum Support International, go to https://www.postpartum.net/

On Instagram: @beyondppd

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In this episode of Delivered, we sit down with Amy Spofford, who is a Prenatal & Postnatal Educator. Amy is a well educated mom of 3 babies who is making it her mission to help you through your 4th trimester. Join Amy & I as we dive deep into the most critical aspects of postpartum recovery that often go unnoticed. While the postpartum period can be overwhelming, knowing where to focus your energy can make all the difference in your healing journey.

We’ll explore the physical, emotional, and mental factors that play a vital role in recovery, offering practical tips and Amy's expert advice to help you prioritize what truly matters. Whether you're a new mom or supporting someone through postpartum, this episode sheds light on the key elements that will support a healthy and balanced recovery. Tune in to discover what really counts in the first few weeks and months after childbirth!

Terms in this episode:

Intrusive thoughts: thoughts that are different from your normal thoughts, can be aggressive, violent, or extremely sad.

Urinary prolapse: a bulging of the bladder into the vagina

To learn more about the book Amy used to help restore her cycle, go to How To Conceive Naturally book

Amy's instagram: @eatwhatfeelsgood

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In this episode of Delivered, we sit down with Dr. Kayla, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), to explore a topic that’s crucial for postpartum recovery but often overlooked: pelvic floor therapy.

Dr. Kayla breaks down what pelvic floor therapy is, why it's so important for new moms, and how it can address common postpartum issues like incontinence, pelvic pain, and core weakness. Whether you’re navigating the early days of motherhood or preparing for postpartum care, this episode offers valuable insights to help you recover and thrive.

Pelvic floor therapy can also treat a vast array of diagnoses including: sexual dysfunction, incontinence, orthopedic conditions, and more. Tune in to learn how pelvic floor therapy can support your postpartum journey to feeling like yourself again!

Terms in this episode:

Hook-lying: lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

Hypertonic: increased tone (tension) in a muscle

Dr. Kayla's Instagrams: @empowered_physical_therapy and @drkayla_empoweredpt

To contact Dr. Kayla and her team, go to https://empoweredphysicaltherapy.org/

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