Returning to work after having a baby is one of the most challenging transitions many new moms face. Whether you're heading back full-time or part-time, the emotional, physical, and logistical adjustments can feel overwhelming. You may be battling a mixture of guilt, anxiety, and excitement — all while trying to figure out how to balance the demands of your career with the needs of your baby.

But here’s the truth: returning to work doesn’t have to be a nightmare. With a bit of planning, self-compassion, and a realistic perspective, you can make this transition smoother for both you and your baby.

Becoming a mom for the first time can be a beautiful experience — but it can also be overwhelming, full of challenges, and sometimes downright terrible. Between the emotional rollercoaster of early motherhood, adjusting to your new role, and coping with the physical recovery from childbirth, it’s common to feel exhausted, isolated, and unsure. As much as you may try to handle everything on your own, the truth is, asking for help is not just okay — it’s essential.

As a new mom, it’s easy to feel the pressure to “bounce back” — to reclaim your pre-pregnancy body, your energy, and your routine as quickly as possible. Social media and mainstream culture often promote this idea of a quick return to “normal,” but the truth is, the postpartum period isn’t about bouncing back — it’s about doing less and giving yourself grace to be exactly where you are.

In this guide, we’ll explore why you should resist the pressure to “bounce back” after giving birth, and how embracing the art of doing less can actually help you heal and thrive during this transformative time.

As a first-time mom, the moment you bring your newborn home, sleep can feel like a distant memory. Between nighttime feedings, diaper changes, and the constant cycle of waking up, your sleep patterns may be completely disrupted. But here’s the thing — your sleep matters too. As a new mom, you’re juggling the physical and emotional demands of motherhood, and getting quality sleep (or at least the best sleep possible) is essential for your well-being.

In this guide, we’ll dive into strategies that not only help your baby sleep better, but also support your sleep and mental health during this demanding time.

The postpartum period is a time of transition, growth, and change — and it’s not just a shift for you, but also for your partner. As a first-time mom, the changes in your body, emotions, and lifestyle can be overwhelming. It’s easy to feel like everything is suddenly on your shoulders, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Clear communication with your partner about your needs for postpartum support can make all the difference.

The postpartum period is a time of immense change, both physically and emotionally. As you adjust to life with a new baby, it's easy to forget to take care of yourself. You’ve likely spent months focusing on the well-being of your baby, but now is the time to focus on you too. Creating a postpartum care plan that prioritizes your needs is essential for your mental and physical health, as well as for your ability to show up as the mom you want to be.

Becoming a mother for the first time is a seismic shift - the kind that shakes your soul, your schedule, and your sense of self. And, while the internet is full of baby gear checklists and nursery must-haves, what often gets left out is the truth: you are the one who needs the most support. This guide is about building the kind of postpartum experience that honors your healing, your mental health, and your whole humanity.

When you're pregnant, everyone has something to say about what you need - Diaper Genies, Baby Wipe Warmers, the "perfect" stroller… But, once the baby arrives, the things you truly need—the ones that don’t fit in an Amazon box—are nowhere on the registry. In Blog 3 of 10 of the First-Time mom survival series, we’ll talk about what really matters: the emotional and psychological essentials that can make or break a new mother’s postpartum experience.

The fourth trimester — the first three months after birth — is often a time of intense change, adjustment, and self-discovery for new moms. This is a time when many new moms experience overwhelming feelings, anxiety, or sadness. The physical and emotional recovery after childbirth can be a lot to navigate, but with the right support and coping strategies, you can protect and nurture your mental health. In the second blog in the First-Time Mom Survival Guide Series, we’ll explore practical ways to prioritize your postpartum mental health the fourth trimester so that you can thrive.

The first week postpartum is often a blur of emotions, recovery, and leaning into your new role as a mom. In Blog 1 of 10 of the First-Time Mom Survival Guide Series, I’ll share the behind-the-scenes reality of the first week postpartum, from physical recovery to the emotional roller coaster, and offer tips on how to manage it all with a little more ease.