Recovering in Confidence: C-Section Healing for Mind + Body | Nicole Alfred
Nicole Alfred, after healing from her three cesarean births, is dedicated to helping mothers recover physically and mentally from similar experiences. Her whole-person, research-backed approach addresses mothers' deeper needs beyond what Western medicine provides. In this episode we get into the major information gap in serving mothers with c-section births for hopeful healing both emotionally and physically in their post surgery bodies. We provide practical steps to help you feel more connected to your scar, navigate new motherhood, and build confidence for healing, whether your C-section was unexpected or planned. Don’t miss this episode as we talk about the beauty of belly birthing, and creating safety in our stories to look towards future births with hope!
Episode Highlights:
Nicole’s birth that birth cesarean recovery passion
It’s okay if you aren’t happy with the way you birthed your baby
Cesarean vs. knee surgery
Being mindful of birth language
Returning to work post birth
Careful of all the “recipes” on social media
Getting stuck in these postures
Physical recovery post c-section
Keep moving + eating well for digestion
Emotional recovery post c-section
Getting professional support
Common cesarean misconceptions
Is the c-section shelf “normal?”
Let’s get confident in our new normal
“When are we going to be done hating our bodies, we’ve been doing it our whole lives ya know?
Being a present mother now instead of later
Get Started with the C-Section Recovery Method
Connect with Nicole on Instagram
