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Preparing for your Postpartum Experience and The Fourth Trimester- Webex

Preparing for your postpartum period is equally as important as planning for the birth of your baby.

Event Date: Oct 09, 2024

Event Time: 4:00 PM

Event Type: Virtual

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In this class you will learn how to prepare and plan for the beginning of the "fourth trimester" and how to make the most of your time in the hospital after giving birth .

Some of the topics we will discuss:

  • Physical changes to expect after birth
  • Progression of vaginal discharge and postpartum bleeding
  • Warning signs and when to seek medical care
  • Self Care and healthy eating
  • Pain management
  • Perineal care
  • Preparing for breastfeeding journey
  • Return of menstrual cycle
  • Pregnancy spacing
  • Emotional Changes and Postpartum Depression / Blues
  • Returning to work
  • Community Resources


In this class you will learn how to prepare and plan for the beginning of the "fourth trimester" and how to make the most of your time in the hospital after giving birth .

Some of the topics we will discuss:

  • Physical changes to expect after birth
  • Progression of vaginal discharge and postpartum bleeding
  • Warning signs and when to seek medical care
  • Self Care and healthy eating
  • Pain management
  • Perineal care
  • Preparing for breastfeeding journey
  • Return of menstrual cycle
  • Pregnancy spacing
  • Emotional Changes and Postpartum Depression / Blues
  • Returning to work
  • Community Resources