By the time most women go into labour in North America they?ve become accustomed to weekly check-ups with their OB or midwife. Expectant mothers are seen at least monthly, and at some points even weekly, in preparation for delivery. So many first-time mothers are shocked when, after their baby is born, they are not seen by a medical professional for the next six weeks.
During those weeks following childbirth, there is a lot going on for the new mother?both mentally and physically. Issues arise that, if left untreated, can create long-term problems.

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How postpartum doulas can help parents through the first few weeks with a new baby Author and journalist Allison Yarrow says that after the birth of her two kids, she was inspired to look more closely into the care women receive after giving birth. Her investigations turned into a TED talk she gave in the Fall. ?I started researching with this question in mind: ?Who in the healthcare system is responsible for a woman healing from childbirth"?” The answer" Nobody.
Yarrow highlights how the system currently in place for obstetrics is primarily designed to care for babies, leaving the critical work of maternal care largely ignored. ?OBGYNs focus on pregnant and laboring women. Paediatric...