Postpartum Period

• In many cultures around the world the first 40 days post delivery is also known as the “Fourth Trimester”. This time is ideally spent resting and being fully nurtured by family, friends and/or caregivers. It is a very important part of the postpartum healing process. Better care received during this time can potentially lead to healthier bodies in the months and years to follow.

Benefits of Postpartum Mayan Bodywork…

• It encourages involution to occur more quickly and efficiently.

• It supports the uterus and ligaments to return to an optimal position.

• It helps bring the pelvis into balance.

  • Which can help with Diastasis Recti.

  • Addresses pain from low back/sacral/coccyx injuries that can occur during birth.

  • Facilitates emotional healing from surgical birth and birth trauma.

  • Aids in the potential for reducing and/or resolving scar tissue that may have resulted from cesarean birth.

  • Fosters healing from the inside out.

  • Helps with bladder issues post birth.

Postpartum Care…

• Sound Baths

  • A very powerful tool to help aid in healing. Recommended once a week for the first 6 weeks.

• Mayan Abdominal Postpartum work

  • Preferably 3 sessions postpartum

  • Starting at 6 weeks if vaginal birth

  • If cesarean; 6-8 weeks (scar must be healed)

• Mercier Therapy (rec’d for cesarean births)

  • Starting once the incision has healed properly (around 6 weeks)

  • Helps reduce scar tissue

• Closing the Bones Ceremony with Sound Healing.

  • Day 15 - Vaginal Birth

  • Day 30 - Cesarean Birth

• Yoni Steaming - 30 days postpartum

  • Day 10-40 for most vaginal births.

  • Cesarean births start at 6-8 weeks.

• Infant Massage Techniques can be taught to parents at their appointments.