Head to Toe Podcast

Episode 12: Postpartum Recovery: What Every Parent Should Know

Featuring Annie Paulsen, APRN, Certified Nurse-Midwife at Alomere Health

Pregnancy is filled with doctor appointments, clear plans, and plenty of attention—but what happens after the baby arrives? For many moms, the postpartum period is one of the most physically and emotionally demanding stretches of their lives, and it usually comes without the same level of structured support.

In this honest and reassuring conversation, Annie Paulsen, a midwife at Alomere Health, walks through what new moms can realistically expect in the days, weeks, and months after birth. 

We cover what’s involved with actually recovering physically—from uterine changes and postpartum bleeding to healing from a vaginal birth versus a C-section. (What’s normal and when it’s time to call your provider.) 

And then we talk about the emotional side of postpartum recovery. (What’s the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression?) Annie explains why postpartum anxiety is more common than most people realize, and she describes what partners and family members should watch for. 

This episode provides plenty of practical guidance on sleep, nutrition, the mental load of new parenthood, and how couples can better support each other through the transition. 

Whether you’re expecting, newly postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode is full of the kind of real, practical information that can make a genuine difference. Annie is both candid and compassionate, and she shares from her own experiences as both a practitioner and a new mom.

Listen now and check out the resources below. If you are expecting or you need support with postpartum care, call Alomere Health at 320-763-5123 or use MyChart to schedule an appointment with Annie or one of our other midwives.