Postpartum

Welcoming A Baby in Spring; a Slow Unfolding

Spring is here—the days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and there's a gentle nudge in the air to move, do, bloom.
And yet… you're in the newborn bubble.

Tender. Tired. Raw. Deep in the sacred cocoon of postpartum.

If you're feeling pulled between the outward energy of the season and the inward need for healing and bonding, you're not alone. This season of your life doesn’t have to fight against spring's energy—it can blend with it, if you approach it with care, intention, and grace.

Let’s talk about how to honor your body and bond with your baby, while gently attuning to the light and life that spring brings.

🌱 1. Redefine What “Movement” Means

It's natural to crave movement as the sun stretches higher in the sky. But movement in postpartum doesn’t have to mean long walks, workouts, or productivity. As your body is still healing and all of your energy is going towards sustaining your newborn, you should think: gentle, nourishing and life giving.

  • Slow stretches in bed or yoga mat with baby nearby

  • A barefoot step onto the porch to feel the sun on your face and the grounding earth beneath you

  • Swaying with your baby in your arms, dancing slowly to your favorite song

  • Breathing deeply as you open the windows and invite in fresh air

Let your movement support your healing—not rush it.

🕊️ 2. Practice “Soft Productivity”

There’s a difference between getting things done and getting things right for this season. Your brain might be stirring with ideas, projects, or home organization dreams—thanks, spring energy! But postpartum is about rhythms, not checklists. It’s a sacred time that should be cherished and honored as a slow transition.

Try this:

  • Write down the ideas or tasks that are bubbling up. Give them a home on paper so you don’t feel pressure to act now.

  • Choose one soft thing to focus on each day—like learning to baby-wear, nourishing your newborn, preparing a healing tea, reading a book to your toddler or folding baby’s clothes with intention.

  • Celebrate rest as a form of productivity. You're healing, your sustaining life and your navigating a whole new relationship.

  • Outsource help from a friend, family member or postpartum doula to ease the need for productivity and checklists to be completed. 

🌸 3. Create a Seasonal Nest

Even as the earth wakes up, your space can remain womb-like. You don’t need to be out in the world to enjoy spring—you can bring the outside in.

  • Open the windows for a breeze and birdsong

  • Place fresh flowers or budding branches by your nursing station or bedside

  • Use light, floral essential oils (lavender, rose, neroli) or herbal tinctures to uplift your mood

  • Cocoon yourself with comforting belly binding using a soft, lightweight muslin fabric

It’s amazing how a few seasonal shifts can refresh your spirit without overexerting your body.

🌼 4. Make Nourishment Your Rhythm

Postpartum bodies need grounding, warm, nutrient-dense foods—but spring often makes us crave lighter meals. You can honor both!

  • Sip on seasonal broths infused with spring greens

  • Eat a nourishing, but light meal such as creamy spring salmon

  • Enjoy warm teas with hints of lemon balm, chamomile, or nettles for energy and calm

  • Have your doula batch-prep soothing snacks like oat bites, chia pudding with stewed fruit, or soft boiled eggs with herbs

Eating slowly, mindfully, and with deep gratitude is a beautiful form of springtime nourishment in itself.

🌞 5. Soak in the Sun—on Your Terms

That sun? She’s calling you. And you can answer without overextending yourself. Sunlight can support mood, hormone balance, and even milk supply—so it’s a postpartum superpower.

  • Sit in the sunshine by a window while you feed your baby

  • Lie on a blanket in the backyard for 10 minutes with your feet on the earth

  • Step outside with your baby wrapped close in a woven wrap and breathe in the spring air

You don’t have to go far to feel refreshed and renewed. Presence is everything.

🌙 6. Honor Your Inner Season

While spring is blossoming outside, postpartum is still your winter. Your body, heart, and hormones are still moving slowly. Still integrating. Still bleeding, shifting, weeping, becoming.

It’s okay to feel at odds with the world’s pace. It’s okay to go slow, even when everything is blooming fast.
Let others bloom. You? You're rooting.

Let your roots get strong and deep. The blossoming will come.

You Are Exactly Where You Need to Be

So give yourself permission to nest a little longer.
To sip your tea slowly.
To watch the cherry blossoms from the warmth of your window.
To be with your baby in all the sacred stillness this season offers.

You are not behind. You are exactly on time.

Looking for ways to design your own slow postpartum plan? Let’s chat about simple routines, rituals, or seasonal support ideas that match where you are. You're not meant to do this alone. 💛

Using Carrot Benefits for a Night Doula in Orange County

Bringing home a newborn is no joke. You’re exhausted, recovering from birth, running on fumes, and trying to figure out how to keep a tiny human alive while also keeping yourself somewhat functional. I know that might sound bleak, but the amazing thing is - there is hope. You don’t have to navigate postpartum alone. If your employer offers Carrot benefits, you may be able to use them to pay for overnight postpartum doula support. That means you get some actual sleep while a professional doula helps care for you and your baby. Yes, it’s a real thing. And yes, it’s worth every penny (especially when it’s covered).

Postpartum Recovery After Twins: What You Need to Know

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So, you’ve brought two babies into this world. First of all, you’re a superhero—no doubt about it. But let’s get real for a second: postpartum recovery after twins is not the same as recovering from a single birth. It’s double the diapers, double the feedings, double the sleepless nights—and sometimes, double the discomfort. Your body just did an incredible, exhausting, miraculous thing. Now, it's time to heal, recover, and find yourself again in the whirlwind of having two newborns at home.

It’s important to remember, you’re not just healing from birth. You’re also adjusting to a new life with two precious babies. And while there’s a lot of joy, there’s also a lot of messiness that nobody really prepares you for. Let’s break down what you really need to know about postpartum recovery after twins!

Hiring a Doula with Your Carrot Fertility Benefits

More and more companies are offering their employees comprehensive birth and postpartum coverage with Carrot Fertility Benefits. We commonly have families inquiring with Doulas of Orange County asking about finding a doula that is approved and meets the requirements for Carrot. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about hiring a doula with your Carrot fertility benefits.

Delicious & Nourishing Postpartum Meals Delivered to Your Door in Orange County

Delicious & Nourishing Postpartum Meals Delivered to Your Door in Orange County

he postpartum period or what we like to call “the fourth trimester” is an incredibly sacred and special time in your life. It is a crucial time for rest, recovery, and bonding with your newborn. As you embrace those precious moments with your sweet baby, it's essential to prioritize your own well-being, and nutrition plays a key role in your postpartum recovery.