The birth of a baby is often seen as the end of pregnancy, but for mothers, it marks the beginning of
another important journey: recovery. From physical healing and breastfeeding to exhaustion, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, the postnatal period can be challenging and is sometimes overlooked. Why is postnatal care just as important for the mother as it is for the newborn? What should new mothers expect during those first weeks, and when should a symptom be treated as a warning sign requiring medical attention?Kefentse Mkhari is in conversation with Founder of sister Bee on call Sister Bongiwe Skhosana.

The birth of a baby is often seen as the end of pregnancy, but for mothers, it marks the beginning of another important journey: recovery. From physical healing and breastfeeding to exhaustion, nutrition and&nbsp;emotional wellbeing, the postnatal period can be challenging and is sometimes overlooked. Why is postnatal&nbsp;care just as important for the mother as it is for the newborn? What should new mothers expect during those&nbsp;first weeks, and when should a symptom be treated as a warning sign requiring medical attention?Kefentse&nbsp;Mkhari is in conversation with Founder of sister Bee on call Sister Bongiwe Skhosana.

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