​What is a Postpartum Plan?

​A postpartum plan is a written document to help prepare the birthing parent AND the partner/support person for the emotional changes and preferences during pregnancy and postpartum. It’s the process of thinking about and prepping for your postpartum experience, and support for you as a parent. You can think of it as a continuation of a birth plan.

In a Postpartum Planning session, you will learn the best ways to emotionally prepare for the arrival of your baby, and the change of life that follows.  We will work together to create a written plan for both the birthing parent, and the partner/support person for the most critical areas during your the postpartum time including sleep, nutrition, support and self care. 
 

Why Is It Important?
Often during pregnancy, so much time and effort is dedicated to preparing for the delivery of baby (reading books, attending birth/feeding/newborn care classes, etc.) And once the baby arrives the needs of parents are easily forgotten. The postpartum period can be a vulnerable time with so many changes, both physically and emotionally. The best way to prepare for this time is to have a plan.

Helpful tip! 

Planning is so important, but it’s recommended you go into postpartum with an

open heart, mind and allow for flexibility (for example, you may plan to feed your baby a certain way, but things could change once baby is here. And that’s ok!)

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When Do I Start Planning? 
Ideally, a postpartum plan would be created during pregnancy in the 2nd or 3rd trimester. However, it is never too late! A plan can also be created if you are due this week or after baby is born.