Postpartum Recovery
Welcome
Postpartum is a unique period in a woman’s life. She experiences many changes, internally and externally – and they are profound. While navigating the depletion of pregnancy and birth we are still facing 24 hour days, hormonal swings, emotional shifts, changing identity, relationship challenges and days that are never the same. It’s easy (and common!) to feel overwhelmed and uncertain.
This resource is aimed at sharing some information and practical tips so that you can approach this time feeling empowered and prepared for what’s ahead. I want to reduce the overwhelm so that you can bond with your baby and step into motherhood with confidence.
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Dr Claudia Nicholson
Having served the Sydney community for more than 25 years as a General Practitioner, I am passionate about the health and well-being of women, children, parents, and families, and feel strongly a good GP relationship provides a foundation of support, information & education, communication between health practitioners, and care.
I believe it is not only physical and mental health that contributes to our state of wellness, but also the strength of relationships in our lives, and the families and communities to which we are connected.
As a sports woman who runs and swims regularly and a yoga instructor (Sydney Sports Stadium) I am an advocate of preventative and proactive lifestyle choices, and am comfortable combining evidence based medicine with holistic care.
In this regard, I work closely with allied health professionals involved in my clients care including Naturopaths, Chiropractors, Nutritionists etc… and welcome this important aspect of optimising health outcomes. This is particularly important in the areas of child health, fertility, pregnancy and postnatal care, maintaining a modern, fresh, comprehensive and relevant approach.
Learn about the support you didn't know you needed.
We have cherry picked the most useful resources for your fourth trimester so that you don't have to waste precious hours searching.
eBook - Jaclyn Carlson
Emotional Toolkit – For Back to Daycare & School
Sending your little one off to daycare, kindergarten or back to school brings up all the feels—relief, pride, grief, sadness, and maybe even a little anxiety. This transition can be even trickier when there is a new baby in the family. You’re not alone in this.
Watch - Elisha Wildblood and Louise Barton - (Not Another Onesie)
In Conversation With Frances Bilbao from Mums Matter Psychology
The 'perfect mother' myth: What is it and why does it exist?
Article - Louise Barton & Elisha Wildblood (Not Another Onesie)
Why Motherhood Feels So Hard
Dear Mama, We see you. We see the way you pour yourself into motherhood, the way you carry the weight of the world while still showing up with love and strength, even when you feel like a shadow of yourself. As a society, we sit here adding to the pressure, adding to the load and, let's be brutally honest - failing you miserably every step of the way. We owe you an apology.
Article - Leonie Lindenbergh-Poot (Love Through Loss Doula)
Helping Children Navigate Grief
Children experience grief differently than adults. They may not have the words to express their feelings, so they show them in other ways—through tears, anger, or even unexpected silliness. Some days, they may seem perfectly fine, and the next, a wave of sadness can hit them out of nowhere. It’s all part of how they process the big feelings they don’t fully understand yet.
Article - Elisha Wildblood and Louise Barton (Not Another Onesie)
The Crucial Role of Support During Postpartum
Seeking support is crucial for your wellbeing and can come in different forms, such as family, friends, and healthcare professionals.