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The postnatal period is a critical time for mothers. It can bring joy, but it can also bring uncertainty, discomfort, pain, and vulnerability.

By taking the time to look at postnatal health, women can recover quicker, prevent health complications, and feel supported in achieving overall well-being and fostering a connection with their baby.

At Cura Body we can help you navigate your recovery. It can be hard to prioritise time for your health, but ignoring symptoms may result in imbalance which can contribute to long-term diseases, accelerated aging, and the development of chronic diseases over time. It can also lead to a lack of necessary nutrients for optimal cellular function, repair, and regeneration.

At Cura Body we support you and here are some ways we can help:

Functional medicine can play a significant role in postnatal recovery and addressing postnatal depletion by focusing on individualised care, identifying underlying imbalances, and promoting holistic healing. Here's how functional medicine approaches can help:

Comprehensive Assessment: We conduct thorough evaluations of a mother's health history, including prenatal health, childbirth experience, and any postpartum complications. This assessment helps to identify underlying factors contributing to postnatal recovery and assessing for postnatal depletion, such as nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, or adrenal fatigue.

Hormonal Balance: We look to help restore hormonal balance, particularly in the postpartum period when hormone levels fluctuate significantly. After birth, there is a dramatic drop in progesterone and oestrogen which is like temporarily entering the menopause until hormones rebalance.By addressing imbalances in hormones such as oestrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and thyroid hormones, functional medicine can alleviate symptoms of postnatal depletion such as fatigue, mood swings, and difficulty sleeping.

Nutritional Support: Nutritional deficiencies are common after childbirth due to increased nutrient demands during pregnancy and lactation. Functional medicine practitioners assess nutrient status through testing and provide personalised dietary recommendations and supplementation to replenish depleted nutrients, support energy levels, and promote overall well-being.

Gut Health Optimisation: The health of the gut microbiome is essential for nutrient absorption, immune function, and mood regulation. We can incorporate strategies to support gut health through dietary modifications, probiotic supplementation, and addressing gastrointestinal issues that may contribute to postnatal depletion.

Stress Management: Chronic stress during the postpartum period can exacerbate symptoms of postnatal depletion. We will look at stress management techniques to support mental and emotional well-being during what can be an incredibly intense time.

Lifestyle Modifications: We work with mothers to implement subtle lifestyle modifications that promote restorative sleep, enable regular physical activity, and healthy stress coping mechanisms. These lifestyle changes can enhance energy levels, improve mood, and support overall recovery.

Individualised Treatment Plans: We always take a personalised approach, recognising that each individual may have unique factors contributing to postnatal recovery. Treatment plans are tailored to address specific imbalances and support the body's natural healing processes, promoting optimal recovery and long-term well-being.

By addressing the root causes of imbalances during postnatal period such as postnatal depletion and supporting the body's innate healing mechanisms, we can be a valuable approach in promoting postnatal recovery and restoring vitality after childbirth.