As a postpartum care professional, one of the most common pieces of advice I givenew parents is this.

One of the best gifts you can give yourself after birth is proper nutrition. 

Your emotional health is just as important as your physical recovery. 

One of the most restorative gifts you can give yourself after birth is gentle postpartum massage.

The most valuable ways to support both yourself and your baby after birth is by establishing a feeding routine that works for you.

It can be tempting to compare your recovery with others, but your experience is entirely your own.