The post-confinement recovery no one prepared us for

The postpartum journey doesn’t end after 30 or 40 days — it’s only the beginning.
In this episode, we explore life after confinement, the realities of postnatal recovery, and why mothers need long-term support beyond traditional practices.

Together with Dr Odelia, we dive deep into postpartum care, mental health, postpartum depression, postpartum blues, motherhood, and the emotional and physical changes women experience after childbirth. She also shares her own experiences with breastfeeding challenges, postpartum hair loss, sleep deprivation, nutrition needs, low milk supply, and balancing life as a working mum.

Whether you’re a new mum navigating postpartum health, a dad trying to support your partner, or someone curious about women’s health — this episode offers clarity, comfort, and practical guidance. You’ll discover what’s normal, when to seek help, and how to rebuild your strength during the fourth trimester.

We dive deep into:
Understanding the true postpartum timeline
What is “normal” during recovery
What mums can manage on their own vs. what needs medical attention
Sleep deprivation, nutrition, breastfeeding struggles
Postpartum blues vs postpartum depression
Body changes, hair loss, weight, confidence
How partners can support
When to seek help
Why a mother’s wellness matters long after the first 30 days

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:30 - What is the confinement/ postpartum period (sleep deprivation, new routines, and emotions)
01:55 - Is 30 days really enough for postpartum recovery?
03:04 - Things to do during postpartum recover
03:23 - What you can do on your own for recovery
04:07 - Nutrition basics for postpartum recovery
05:04 - Advice for new mothers facing common issues (low milk supply & lack of sleep)
06:37 - Understanding jaundice and hydration for newborns
06:57 - Feeling overwhelmed as a new mum
07: 41 - Postpartum blues(what it is and what’s normal)
08:24 - How husbands and partners can support
09:57 - When to see a healthcare provider
11:02 - The 6 to 8 week postpartum check - what happens, women wellness check
13:05 - Postpartum depression vs postpartum blues
14:33 - Hair loss and common body changes
16:26 - Healthy expectations for postpartum weight
18:04 - Dr Odelia’s personal motherhood journeyand tips to new mums
20:33 - What Dr Odelia wishes all new mums would remember
21:57 - Final reminders and closing