Postpartum urinary incontinence: why you’re leaking after birth and what actually helps
Leaking after birth can start affecting more of your day than you realize It may begin with a few drops when you sneeze, lift the car seat or finally get back to an exercise class. Then you notice that you’re checking where the bathroom is before you leave home, wearing a bladder pad just in…
Postpartum back pain: why your back hurts after having a baby and what actually helps
Back pain after having a baby is common. It’s also one of those things people are very good at explaining away, particularly when there is a newborn in the room and a hundred more immediately urgent things to think about. In this article Why does my back hurt after having a baby? Is postpartum back…
Pelvic organ prolapse after birth: why it happens, what it feels like and what actually helps
Pelvic pressure, heaviness, a vaginal bulge or trouble emptying your bowels after having a baby can all be signs of pelvic organ prolapse. Here is what that actually means, what can help, and why this topic is personal for me. By Dr. Sarah Mickeler, Founder & CEO of Oona Wellness Group I’m honestly not sure…
Mommy thumb after baby: why your wrist and thumb hurt and what actually helps
That sharp pain at the base of your thumb has a name, and you do not have to just work around it Why this surprisingly common postpartum wrist problem happens, how to tell it from carpal tunnel, and what can actually make holding, feeding and lifting your baby more comfortable. Of all the things people…
Postpartum night sweats: why they happen, how long they last and when to get checked
Waking up drenched after having a baby can be alarming. Here is what causes postpartum night sweats, when they usually improve and which changes deserve a closer look. Postpartum night sweats are completely normal, but that does not make it any less startling to wake up drenched when nobody warned you they were coming. You…
Postpartum hair loss: why it happens, when it starts and what can help
Noticing more hair in your brush or shower after having a baby? Postpartum hair loss is common, and you’re not alone in wondering if it’s normal. Here’s why it happens, when it usually improves and how naturopathic care may support your recovery in Toronto and Newmarket. Noticing more hair in your brush or shower after…
What happens at your 6-week postpartum check? And what doesn’t
What happens at your 6-week postpartum check? And what doesn’t Postpartum care and recovery Your six-week postpartum check appointment is an important milestone, but it isn’t the finish line for recovery. Here is what your healthcare provider may assess, what that visit often cannot cover, and how families in Toronto and Newmarket can find the…
When should you see an osteopath during pregnancy or postpartum?
Prenatal & postpartum Osteopathy for pregnancy and postpartum in Toronto, gentle hands-on care for the aches, restless nights and everyday changes you were quietly told to just live with. A clear guide to what osteopathy is, when it may help, and where it fits alongside the rest of your pregnancy and postpartum care. In this…
How to Prepare for Postpartum Recovery: Building Your Village Before Baby Arrives
Postpartum care and recovery Preparing for postpartum starts long before your baby arrives. Learn how to build your support system, understand your postpartum care options, and create a recovery plan with expert postpartum support in Toronto and Newmarket for every stage of recovery. A practical guide to building the support, healthcare team and recovery plan…
What Is Postnatal Depletion? Signs, Symptoms, and Recovery After Having a Baby
Postpartum recovery “` If you are months postpartum and still feeling exhausted, foggy, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, postnatal depletion can help explain why recovery may feel harder or slower than expected. “` In this article What postnatal depletion means Signs and symptoms Why postnatal depletion happens When fatigue is more than fatigue Postpartum brain…
Postpartum Naturopathic Care in Toronto: What It Is, What It Helps With, and When to Book
Postpartum naturopathic care Toronto “` Postpartum Naturopathic Care Learn how a postpartum naturopath in Toronto can support hormone health, fatigue, thyroid concerns, brain fog, and overall recovery after having a baby. Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, foggy, or simply unlike yourself is often dismissed as a “normal” part of new parenthood. While these experiences may be common,…
