Matching Pairs Baby and Family After BirthOnline version Baby and Family After Birth by Jennifer Mauck 1 Role model, talk to the baby, explain why you're doing what you are doing 2 Eliminate one feeding at a time & save night time or comfort feeds for last 3 Follow up appointments, resuming intercourse, activity limitations 4 Extra calories needed while breastfeeding 5 Return of ovulation/menstruation 6 Chills, orthostatic hypotension, urinary incontinence 7 Allow ample time for parents to bond and say goodbye Ways to support grieving parents 6-8 weeks 500 calories Ways to promote bonding and attachment How to wean from breastfeeding Postpartum teaching points Common postpartum changes