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May 2025
29m 23s

Postpartum 101: Understanding Your Menst...

My Essential Birth
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In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that so many of you have asked about—your menstrual cycle after baby. When does it come back? Why is it irregular? What’s up with all the bleeding and hormone shifts? I’m breaking it all down for you with a gentle, supportive approach. We’ll chat about how nutrition, stress, breastfeeding, and even certain supplements ... Show More
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