First 42 Days - Postpartum Health

"Childbirth is often the first major medical event in a woman’s life, yet she will not see a doctor again until six weeks - 42 days - after returning home with her newborn. During this time she is learning to care for her baby, struggling with the physical recovery of a c-section or natural delivery, breastfeeding or pumping up to 12 times per day and experiencing a tidal wave of joy, anxiety and sometimes depression. We recently surveyed hundreds of new mothers across the country to learn more about their First 42 Days postpartum. Their responses overwhelmingly indicate a need for improved care, education, and support."Read less