Selena

The Flourishing Postpartum PlannerHas arrived on Mother's Day. This is a book I've put everything into over the past 6 months. If you know a mama who's expecting or struggling in the fourth trimester. I would love it if you could share my book.The Flourishing Postpartum Planner is part workbook and part plan.* What is Postpartum? * Becoming a Mama * Postpartum Nutrition * Getting to Know Your Newborn * Family Education * A Partner Plan * BONUSES: hospital bag checklist, birth plan, birth story, nursing cartDM me FLOURISHING for the link to purchase.https://a.co/d/gRyoHe2#flourishingpostpartum #postpartum #postpartumplanner #postpartumplan #fourthtrimesterplanning #fourthtrimesterplan #newmama #pregnantandplanning #pregnancyjournal #thirdtrimester #postpartumdoula #expectingmom #babyshowergift #newmomgift

1 in 4 mamas will experience postpartum depression or anxiety after birth in Canada.If this is the case, where's the help? We're "celebrating" Maternal Mental Health Awareness day/month, and yet what are we actually doing to make sure these mamas are okay?Sharing some online resources? Perfect, just what a struggling mama needs to take time alone and read about postpartum depression and anxiety.As a mama in 2020, when I had concerns, I was told, "everyone's struggling" or "there's no resources." I pushed forward. Kept going, thinking, well, I guess this is normal. I never had access to free programs or counseling because I wasn't referred. I had to work so hard to find help and then pay out of pocket. Plus, I could've felt better months earlier.I became a postpartum doula to support new mamas and help them plan for postpartum before the baby arrives. Imagine already having interviewed a counsellor, know your lactation consultant who you can call, have a postpartum doula on speed dial, all of these resources can help alleviate the stress, overwhelm and worry that can come with postpartum. I believe that in creating a postpartum plan, new mamas can set themselves up for success.Ironically, I'm sharing some online resources if you're struggling in postpartum. Plus, I'm always here. Message, reach out, and happy to talk anytime.MOTHER'S DAY: Sunday, May 12th (in Canada), my Flourishing Postpartum Planner, will be available online in paperback and hardcover. I hope this tool will help many mamas.BLOGhttps://flourishingpostpartum.com/postpartum-mental-health-and-how-to-get-help/

MAMA GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSIONTo Do It WrongThis week I'm talking about meeting new mamas! It's not easy. Give yourself a break! You're practicing a new skill.If you fumble on your words or awkwardly ask to exchange contact information, that's OKAY!!You're putting yourself out there, and that's brave.You've got this mama.Tell me your most awkward new mama moment.

WAYS TO MEET NEW MAMAS AND NOT BE A CREEP (one mamas ideas)I wrote a blog with places to meet to new mamas, how to connect, and finally take it to the next level.If you want to talk to a new mama, here are ways to start:* COMPLIMENT THEM: What mom doesn't love a compliment! * ASK ABOUT THEIR CHILDS AGE: Always an easy conversation starter. * OFFER TO HELP: What mama can refuse help when struggling with the stroller or a diaper bag. * CONNECT OVER YOUR KIDS: Make a funny joke or comment on what they're doing to break the ice. * BE OPEN: If you're sitting on a bench with your head down staring at your phone, it'll be hard to connect with other mamas.Check the blog for more!https://flourishingpostpartum.com/ways-to-meet-new-mamas-and-not-be-a-creep/Let's me some new mamas without being creeps. I believe in you, mama!#meetingnewmoms #momfriends #mamafriends #newfriends #postpartumdoula #postpartumsupport #createyourvillage #postpartumvillage #momvillage

This video happened by accident, and I almost broke my leg, but afterward, I was cry laughing because all I could think was it TOTALLY represented my postpartum journey.Here I was, all cute and pregnant with twins, not a care in the world or an ounce of morning sickness (yes, I was that pregnant person).Buying all the matching baby clothes, setting up the adorable nursery, getting all the baby gear, and forgetting one important piece, ME!In my postpartum plan, I never considered taking care of myself. How did that happen? I think it's because we put all of the focus after birth on the baby and their needs.What about the mama? Not only was I healing from birth and pregnancy, but in my case, a twin pregnancy and an emergency cesarean.I believe there is so much a mama and her family can do to make sure she feels supoorted after her baby arrives.I'm working on my Flourishing Postpartum Planner and I can't wait to share it! In the meantime I have SO MANY free resources on my website. Blogs, freebies and my story. https://flourishingpostpartum.comI can help today with a free BATHROOM BOX CHECKLIST. Comment "CHECKLIST" below and I'll share it.Thanks for following along as I try to figure out how as a postpartum doula I can help new mamas prepare for postpartum BEFORE the baby arrives. ❤️#postpartumdoula #postpartumdoulasupprt #postpartumsupport #postpartumfreebies #fourthtrimester #postpartumjourney #preparingformotherhood

MAMA AFFIRMATION: I am cool enough to ask another mama for her number.Build the village. Ask for the number. Set a playdate.You can do this, mama!I had another mama message me to say she also spoke with a mama at the park, they exchanged numbers and she felt that was a great baby step! A HUGE win in my books. Next time she sees her, maybe they'll connect again...and who's knows...exchange numbers??I'm putting it out there that you're all cool enough that another mama would love to hang out with you.#mamaaffirmations #momaffirmations #positivemama #momlife #meetingmoms #momdate