After birth: Addressing the necessity of postpartum care

Postnatal care is crucial for new mothers because it can help them avoid postpartum depression. — Freepik

Postnatal care, also known as postpartum care, is the health care provided to a mother after giving birth.

It involves monitoring the mother’s physical and mental health, as well as providing education and support on newborn care, breastfeeding and emotional adjustment to motherhood.