Postpartum Harmony: Techniques for Nervous System Regulation and Recovery

The Slow Postpartum Podcast

How can regulating the nervous system during the postpartum period transform the journey for new mothers and families?

In this episode, I dive into the importance of reducing stress and promoting relaxation for new mothers and parents and how this can go a long way to creating a more positive postpartum experience with their new baby.

You will also learn about the vital role of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems as well as finding out practical ways of incorporating the five elements—fire, water, earth, air, and spirit from the Ayurvedic system of yoga, into daily routines to support new parents and their babies.

Discover how I utilise these holistic approaches in order to help new parents to enjoy a more joyful, connected, and serene postpartum period.

In this episode:

• The significance of nervous system regulation in the postpartum period

• The role of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems

• The impact of stress and oxytocin on postpartum recovery

• The concept of co-regulation between parents and babies

• Techniques for nervous system regulation categorised by the five elements from the Ayurvedic system of yoga.

• The influence of nervous system regulation on breastfeeding and bonding

• Practical tips and exercises for new parents to incorporate these techniques into their postpartum weeks.

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