Self-Care Tip brought to you by Bellies Inc. Stay hydrated! Hydration is so important and it should be made a priority! It will improve your skin, help your joint and muscle function, and help cleanse your body. #belliesinc #health #wellness

Foods That Heal! Bone broth is loaded with collagen to help with tissue repair and joint support. It will also give your body plenty of amino acids, especially if you’re getting little sleep or experiencing stress after childbirth. #belliesinc #nutrition #health

With so many brands and options for essential oils, we thought it would be fun to do a weekly essential oil feature! For a mood booster to kick those baby blues, try diffusing a mix of lavender, bergamot, and lemon! #belliesinc #wellness #essentialoils

Who doesn’t love a good massage? Especially if it can help you after having your baby… There are many benefits of postpartum massage, including destressing, pain relief, reducing swelling, and promoting deep sleep. Be sure to go to a licensed massage therapist! #belliesinc

Newborn Tip: If your baby is fussy, try going for a drive. The smooth motion of the car can put many fussy babies to sleep! #belliesinc #newborntip #newborn #babycare

Self-Care Monday brought to you by Bellies Inc. Connect with other moms. Try meeting up with some other new moms in your area, or even connect with them on social media! Look into playgroups or other types of meetups. #belliesinc

Foods That Heal! A wide variety of fresh, colourful vegetables! Try to eat several different types of vegetables, especially leafy greens. This will help with inflammation, and most people don’t get enough vegetables anyway. ;) #belliesinc #nutrition

This week we’re talking about oils to avoid while breastfeeding! - Carrot Seed - Cinnamon Bark - Dill - Nutmeg - Rosemary - Sage - And more-- be sure to research before using any type of oil while breastfeeding #belliesinc #wellness #essentialoils

Cupping is a method of Chinese medicine, going back to 3000 BC. It has been shown to help some breastfeeding moms. Cupping softens the muscles and decreases the milk hardening when the baby doesn’t have enough sucking power for the milk to flow. #belliesinc #wellness

Newborn Tip: Swaddling! Make your newborn feel like it’s still in the womb and wrap snugly in a blanket! They’ll feel as cozy as they did for nine months. #belliesinc #newborntip #newborn #babycare

Self-Care Monday brought to you by Bellies Inc. Ask for help There’s no shame in reaching out to friends and family for help, they are likely to be happy to! Many women aren’t used to reaching out for help, but never be ashamed to ask! #belliesinc #health #wellness #selfcare

Foods That Heal! Omega-3’s are essential for both neurological and early visual development of the baby. Pregnant women become depleted in omega-3s because the fetus uses omega-3’s for its nervous system development, and after birth, they are used to make breast milk.

With so many brands and options for essential oils, we thought it would be fun to do a weekly essential oil feature! Lemon, Citrus Fresh + Peppermint are great oils to wake you up and give you energy if you’re feeling sleepy or sluggish! #belliesinc #wellness #essentialoils

Naturopaths can help with postpartum depression if one is seeking a different approach to healing. Naturopathic treatments focus on symptoms affecting the quality of life, as well as the root cause of them. #belliesinc #wellness

Newborn Tip Sleep when your baby sleeps! Try to get some sleep every time they do. #belliesinc #newborntip #newborn #babycare

Self-Care Monday brought to you by Bellies Inc. Limit visits! People can be overwhelming, and you have no obligation to show your new baby to everyone in the first few weeks. Don’t be afraid to set clear boundaries for visitors! #belliesinc #health #wellness #selfcare

Foods That Heal! Food high in iron This is best found in red meat such as beef or bison, dark leafy greens, lentils, and black beans! #belliesinc #nutrition #health #wellness #prenatalnutrition #postnatalnutrition

With so many brands and options for essential oils, we thought it would be fun to do a weekly essential oil feature! Lemon is a great essential oil to use if you’re feeling sluggish or lacking energy! Try diffusing or making a roller if you’re feeling sleepy. #belliesinc

There are many benefits to practicing yoga for everyone, but especially for new moms. From strength, easing back pain, and stress relief to meeting new moms and connecting with your baby, there’s no reason not to try it. #belliesinc #wellness

Newborn Tip Have all the supplies to change the diaper in reach! Make sure everything you need is close by so you won’t have to leave your baby unattended on the changing table. #belliesinc #newborntip #newborn #babycare