Chapter 4: Birth & Postpartum
Birth, Baby & Postpartum
You’ve prepared your body, learned how labor unfolds, and explored the many decisions that shape your birth experience.
Now we turn toward the final stages of labor, the moment your baby is born, and the early postpartum period, a time of transition, recovery, and adjustment for both you and your baby.
Birth doesn’t end when your baby arrives. The hours and days that follow are just as important, for bonding, healing, and establishing your new rhythm as a family.
This chapter will walk you through what to expect during the pushing phase, immediate newborn care, feeding, and your own recovery — so you can move through this time feeling informed, supported, and grounded.
