Bringing a new baby into the world is an incredible, daunting experience. It’s often full of excitement and a fair share of challenges. As you move from pregnancy to parenthood, the fourth trimester—those first three months after birth—becomes a time of adjustment and recovery. During this period, having a postpartum doula by your side can be a game-changer.

If there’s one thing my husband and I overlooked in the haze of pregnancy and postpartum planning, it was nutrition. Some of our biggest fights were around what was for dinner. When you’re both exhausted and in survival mode, the last thing you want to deal with is planning menus or cooking elaborate meals.  Before you give birth, set aside some time to plan out how you want to handle food during the fourth trimester. It could be a combination of taking a couple weekends to stock the freezer with prepped meals, employing family to help set up a meal train, or purchasing a postpartum meal delivery service

Who says you can’t elevate your postpartum experience? You deserve it. We all know the fourth trimester is a time of immense change and adjustment. For that reason alone, it is essential to prioritize self-care. And I’m not talking about getting 15 minutes to take a shower or running to a hair appointment. I’m talking about infusing true luxury and indulgence into your every day routine after baby arrives.