The postpartum period is one of the most challenging times for mothers of all backgrounds. In addition to providing 24-hour care for a newborn infant (and likely other members of the family) on limited, sporadic sleep, these individuals are recovering from childbirth. From c-sections and other surgical procedures to mastitis and UTI infections, new mothers face a myriad of health issues and complications in the weeks and months after delivery.
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