EP 15 | Alex - Birth overseas, physical recovery, newborn shock, identity change, trusting your instincts & finding support

<p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><ul><li>Alex's journey to motherhood while living overseas</li><li>The days leading up to birth and becoming a first-time mum</li><li>Recovering from a third-degree tear</li><li>The shock of early postpartum and adjusting to life with a newborn</li><li>The identity changes that accompany motherhood</li><li>Initially resisting motherhood before embracing her new role</li><li>Returning home with a newborn while living away from family</li><li>Breastfeeding, oversupply and recurrent mastitis</li><li>Infant sleep, routines and the pressure to do things "the right way"</li><li>Learning to trust your instincts as a parent</li><li>The differences between first-time and second-time motherhood</li><li>Why talking openly with other mothers matters</li><li>How shared experiences provide validation, support and a reminder that you're not alone</li></ul><p>Alex has created an incredible instagram page where she shares simple, delicious meals, as well as insights into her family life. If you would like to follow along, you can find her at @alexskitchenstory.</p><p>As mentioned, here are some postpartum support resources. Please reach out if you need help.</p><p>Australia</p><ul><li>PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety &amp; Depression Australia)<br />Helpline: 1300 726 306<br />Website: <a href="https://www.panda.org.au/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.panda.org.au</a></li><li>Lifeline Australia<br />13 11 14 (24/7)<br />Website: <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.lifeline.org.au</a></li><li>Beyond Blue<br />1300 22 4636<br />Website: <a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.beyondblue.org.au</a></li></ul><p> </p><p>New Zealand</p><ul><li>PlunketLine<br />0800 933 922 (24/7)</li><li>Healthline New Zealand<br />0800 611 116 (24/7)</li><li>1737 Need to talk?<br />Call or text 1737 (24/7)</li></ul><p>Thank you for listening. Take care x</p><p> </p>