What kind of help do you wish you would have had postpartum (or what was the most beneficial help you received postpartum)?
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Time to yourself.
Help with housework.
Encouragement and emotional support.
Help with older children.
Time to nap.
Help with meal preparation.
Companionship.
Someone to help you recognize the signs of a perinatal mood disorder.
Someone to help you find professional assistance for a perinatal mood disorder.
A peer support group.
Informed and caring medical providers.
Time to shower.
Bodywork to recover.
Breastfeeding support.