New parents need more support. Here it is

The first few days with a newborn are a total rush. You're filled with adrenaline, exhaustion, love, tears, and so many questions. But you're made to believe that you've totally got this. Everything will come naturally to you, your pain is a given, you'll be tired, you won't feel like yourself. And this is all normal because you have a newborn. Right? Well, not quite. The good news is you're already an incredible parent. But there's no denying that all new parents need more. We need frequent check-ins from our doctors. We need better access to services like postpartum doulas, pelvic floor therapy, and lactation consultants. And we need routine visits in the comfort of our own home — plus insurance to pay for it all. But until the necessities become the norm, Healthline Parenthood is here to guide you through this challenging time. We've dedicated a collection of articles to what you're going through in those first few weeks after having a baby. Some of our favorites are below. Welcome to The First 42 Days. Jamie Webber Editorial Director, Healthline Parenthood The First 42 Days   The Many Phases of Your Post-Baby Body, Explained Don't believe those shots of a celeb's taut 6-week postpartum tummy for one second. Real life looks a whole lot different unfiltered. READ ON Postpartum Care: The U.S. vs. the Rest of the World In America we celebrate pregnancy, but what happens after you give birth? Here's how the U.S. misses the mark post-delivery. READ ON The Postpartum Struggle for Self Care is Real I knew that many of my needs would be put aside when I had the baby. But I didn't know how difficult even the most basic self-care would be. READ ON The Life-Changing Magic of Doing Absolutely Nothing Postpartum What if we just gave permission for new moms to do… nothing? READ ON 6 Extra-Comfy Postpartum Pajamas for Breastfeeding We've gathered the most comfortable options here, so you can focus on feeding your baby and getting some rest. READ ON Why Sitz Baths Should Definitely Be Part of Your Postpartum Care A sitz bath can be the secret to relief. Here's how to take advantage of this easy healing technique. READ ON The Hidden Blessing of Having a Newborn During the COVID-19 Pandemic This is how my baby is helping me to stay calm and appreciative in the moment. READ ON Follow Us View in browser Did a friend send you this email? Subscribe here. To see all newsletters, click here. Privacy Policy|Unsubscribe © 2020 Healthline Media 660 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107