Postpartum Wellness

After you give birth, postpartum wellness is essential for your recovery and quality of life. At Seven Dragons Integrative Medicine, naturopathic wellness doctor Stefani Hayes, ND, LAc, and the team offer a full suite of postpartum wellness services, including mental health, hormonal, and sleep support. To learn more about the benefits of a personalized postpartum wellness treatment plan, call the office in Portland, Oregon, or book an appointment online today.

What is postpartum wellness?

Postpartum wellness is a blanket term for various services that support post-pregnancy healing. 

After giving birth, your body experiences a variety of physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. These responses are completely normal, but they can sap your energy and increase the risk of mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety.

Postpartum wellness services aim to reduce or relieve uncomfortable side effects so that you can recover comfortably.

What conditions can postpartum wellness address?

Talk to the team at Seven Dragons Integrative Medicine if you experience or are at risk for:

• Postpartum thyroiditis
• Fatigue
• Low or excess milk supply
• Insomnia
• Hemorrhage during your delivery or postpartum
• Retained products of conception
• Iron deficiency
• C-section recovery
• Traumatic birth recovery
• Postpartum thyroiditis
• Pediatric sleep difficulties and GI concerns 

Your provider can also provide valuable resources for postpartum anxiety and depression in both men and women.

What does postpartum wellness involve?

The Seven Dragons Integrative Medicine team incorporates several services into their postpartum wellness plans, including:

Acupuncture

Postpartum acupuncture care offers a safe and minimally invasive way to rebalance hormones, ease pain, and support mental wellness.

Moxibustion

Moxibustion places burning dried mugwort (moxa) on or near specific acupuncture points (meridians) to improve circulation and support postpartum recovery.

Chinese medicine

Chinese medicine uses natural substances and techniques to rebalance hormones, support breast milk production, and improve mood.

Cupping

Giving birth is painful, whether vaginal or via cesarean section (C-section). Cupping can help reduce postpartum inflammation and ease musculoskeletal discomfort.

Weight loss

Integrative weight loss may combine exercise guidance, nutritional counseling, and Chinese medicine to support your efforts and help you return to your pre-pregnancy weight.

Before making any recommendations, the team reviews your health history, asks about your symptoms and goals, and completes a physical exam and lab testing to develop a personalized care plan.

Who can benefit from postpartum wellness?

Anyone who has recently given birth can benefit from postpartum wellness. Even if you feel fine currently, studies show that 70% to 80% of all new mothers experience negative feelings, mood swings, or postpartum pain.

Partnering with an integrative medicine doctor can help you manage these side effects safely and effectively. It can also provide a safe space to talk about your concerns and feelings without feeling judged.

To learn more about postpartum wellness, make an appointment at Seven Dragons Integrative Medicine. Call the office or book one online today.