When your baby arrives, everyone rushes to see the newborn. But what about you, mama?
The first 6 weeks after birth are tender, raw, beautiful, and overwhelming. Your body is healing. Your hormones are shifting. You’re learning to care for a whole new person - while trying to remember who you are.

Here’s what to expect, one week at a time - and how to care for yourself in the process:

Week 1: Everything Hurts and You’re Exhausted

Your body is sore - from your belly or stitches, to your breasts and back. You may bleed a lot. You’re feeding around the clock. Crying (your baby’s and yours) is common.
#Give yourself permission to rest. Accept help. Prioritize healing.

Week 2: Breastfeeding Gets Real

Engorgement, cracked nipples, cluster feeding… it can feel non-stop. You might worry about your supply.
#This is normal. Seek lactation support. Keep drinking water and eating nourishing foods.

Week 3: Emotional Swings & Baby Blues

You might feel up one moment and weepy the next. Hormones are settling, and sleep deprivation peaks.
# It’s okay to not feel okay. Talk to someone. Cry if you need to. You're not alone.

Week 4: Your Body Feels Strange

You may still look pregnant. Your clothes don’t fit. You may feel disconnected from your body.
# Be gentle. Your body just did something powerful. Honour it - no pressure to bounce back.

Week 5: You’re Finding a Rhythm (Sort of)

Baby might sleep slightly better. You know their cries. But you’re still healing.
# Let go of perfection. If everyone is fed and safe, you’re doing great.

Week 6: The Check-Up and Beyond

Your doctor may “clear” you for normal activity, but you may not feel ready. That’s valid.
Recovery is not one-size-fits-all. Trust your pace. You’re already showing up every day - and that’s more than enough.

Final Word

The first 6 weeks are not just about surviving - they’re about learning to mother while healing yourself.
At Avnita, we walk this path with you - with care, not comparison.