Setting Boundaries With Family to Protect Your Postpartum Recovery | 226

Setting Boundaries With Family to Protect Your Postpartum Recovery | 226

10:51 Dec 3, 2025
About this episode
Trish tackles one of the hardest parts of the fourth trimester: setting and holding boundaries with the people who love you (and your baby) the most. Fresh off feeling both sides of the boundary conversation in real time with her own daughter, Trish gives you full permission to protect your postpartum peace – no guilt required. Boundaries without consequences are just suggestions. You do NOT have to open the door, answer the phone, or continue the visit if your boundary is ignored. Protecting your peace is protecting your baby – and that makes you an incredible mother. Tune into this episode for ready-to-use boundary scripts to protect your peace. If you’re tired of feeling guilty for wanting space, support, or saying “no,” come join the Calm Mama Society. Real talk, real moms, daily access to Trish and a postpartum doula – all for $19/mo (or free for 30 days when you grab a birth course bundle).Join the Calm Mama Membership:  labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!What You’ll Learn:Why boundaries aren’t mean – they’re medicine for your healing body, mental health, and new little familyThe truth about postpartum that makes boundaries non-negotiable (leaking boobs, swollen bits, zero sleep, hormone rollercoaster… you get it)How setting boundaries early prevents resentment later (even if it stings in the moment)Why someone else’s disappointment or pushback is NOT your responsibilityThe perspective shift every grandma, Gigi, mother-in-law, and well-meaning aunt needs to hearHelpful Timestamps:01:28 Understanding the Importance of Postpartum Boundaries03:02 Scripts for Setting Boundaries04:43 Handling Pushback and Guilt06:34 A Grandmother's Perspective09:52 Final Thoughts and Support ResourcesJoin the #1 Birth Course for Confident Birth!Over 15,000 women have used our classes to prepare for birth with the knowledge and tools provided by a Labor Nurse.? Self-paced and lifetime access????? Perfect for all births- hospital, birth center, or home!? Includes birth meditations and prayers. ? Women all over the world have loved our classes. ? Start nowJoin The Birthpod ™ course Join The Calm Labor Confident Birth CourseConnect w/ Trish: On Instagram
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