4. Advocating for Herself, Processing Her Birth, and Rebuilding Her Core After a C-Section - Aelwen Wetherby

Aelwen began her postpartum experience on the operating table after an unexpected c-section.  She was surprised at what she felt was a “vacuum of postpartum care” after leaving the hospital, especially regarding regaining her core strength.  She loved having a doula every step of the way, including for processing her birth and for assistance during her first few weeks postpartum. 

Here are links to some of the resources she mentions:
 
 Nikki Bergan, a Pilates instructor with a focus on pelvic floor strength: https://www.instagram.com/TheBelleMethod/

Janette Yi, who has lots of online resources for recovering from a c-section: https://www.instagram.com/askjanette/
 

Aelwen’s insta is: https://www.instagram.com/aelwenista/

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