09/02/2025
Have you ever heard the old saying, "It's takes a village to raise a child?" Yet so often we new mothers are left wondering, where is my village? Unfortunately the vast majority of the American culture has trained moms to believe not only should they do it alone, but if they need help they are weak. Maternity leave isn't honored, instead moms are told to disconnect from their babies and leave them at daycare. Mom's are told that breastfeeding is natural, therefor it should be easy. If it's not then its because something is wrong with you. They are told breast is best, but are not given the tools to have a successful nursing journey. Other countries in the world gather around the mother the first year after birth. They help cook, clean, teach the art of breastfeeding, and allow mom the time and space to bond with her child and become confident in her new role. It isn't a sign of weakness to ask for help, it is actually a sign of great strength. If you do not have a tribe that will gather around you to help you feel strong, capable, competent, and confident in your new role, then consider hiring a postpartum doula. Someone who can offer non judmental and unbiased support and has resources and tools to help you be successful in your new role.
