After Baby Comes: Communication and Boundaries for New Parents

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After Baby Comes: Communication and Boundaries for New Parents
May 05, 2025 Season 4 Episode 111
Stephanie Nelson

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Rachel Taylor, registered nurse and childbirth educator, joins us to discuss her book "After Baby Comes" which bridges the gap between healthcare models and mothers' needs during the critical "fourth trimester." Her practical guidance serves as an essential resource not just for new parents but for anyone seeking to improve their communication skills and relationships.

• The fourth trimester extends beyond the traditional six-week postpartum period, with mothers healing for up to two years after birth
• Distinguishing between baby blues (affecting 80% of mothers in first three weeks) versus postpartum depression and anxiety which typically emerge later
• Modern parents face unrealistic expectations from social media influencers showing seemingly perfect postpartum experiences
• "I feel" statements create vulnerability and connection instead of defensiveness and distance in relationships
• Setting boundaries protects your wellbeing rather than punishing others—and can be done with kindness
• New fathers need space to develop their own parenting style without criticism
• Practical ways to support new parents: focus on the mother's wellbeing, offer specific help, and respect boundaries
• Communication skills from "After Baby Comes" benefit all relationships, not just those involving newborns

Find Rachel at mamadidit.com and on Instagram @mamadiditofficial for evidence-based resources on pregnancy, postpartum, and breastfeeding.


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