The Postpartum period for a new mama is crucial.. Ideally her house is clean, her sheets and pj's smell yummy, there is plently of comforting foods and fresh fruits in the fridge... Any visitors that come should bring her food, visit a short while, and clean something. Folding laundry, or playing with her other kids is fine too.. Everyone that passes new-momma-goddess on the couch or bed should ask her if she needs anything. If she says no, go get her some water. She's really busy adjusting to her new role as mother (of 1, 2, 3, or 4 etc. children) She's figuring out how her baby feels constantly..(hungry, tired, cold, scared, comfortable, curious) Her hormones are wacking out.. She needs help and doesn't want to ask you (or yell at you, or cry while she's talking) Her boobs are taking up alot of space. (in her mind, in her baby's mind, in her husband's mind, in the bed, in her bra)...maybe ask, "how are the girls?" Can you o...
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