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