The Mama's Bathroom Book: Honest Talk & Tips for Pregnancy & Postpartum
The gut-brain connection: How stress and emotions impact digestive health
There is a complicated two-way communication link between the brain and the digestive system called the gut-brain axis. Numerous communication routes are highlighted, such as the gut bacteria, neurotransmitters (including serotonin), and the vagus nerve. According to the report, emotions and stress can have a direct effect on gut health, resulting in problems like dysbiosis, elevated sensitivity, and altered motility. By producing neurotransmitters and sending out inflammatory signals, the gut condition can also have an impact on mood and stress levels. The article stresses the significance of maintaining this relationship through stress reduction, a balanced diet, and adequate hydration, particularly for expectant and postpartum women.
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Postpartum pooping: The fear is real (and normal)
Congratulations, mama! You've just brought a tiny human into the world. You've navigated labor, endured sleepless nights, and are now embarking on the incredible journey of motherhood. Amidst all the joy and exhaustion, there's often an unspoken anxiety that surfaces for many new mothers: the first postpartum bowel movement. If the thought of that first poop after childbirth sends a shiver down your spine, you are absolutely not alone. The fear is real, and it is completely normal.
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