In this soul-centered episode of Nourished with Dr. Anikó, Dr. Anikó returns to the the topic of postpartum health offering a heartfelt guide to understanding what the postpartum period truly is and what birthing parents need to recover, transform, and thrive.

Drawing from ancient traditions, modern pediatric insights, and her own personal and professional experience Dr. Anikó unpacks the powerful wisdom behind the fourth trimester and the often-overlooked first 40 days after birth. She explores the universal needs of new mothers, from nourishment and warmth to companionship and connection with nature.

Tune in to learn:

• What the postpartum period really means beyond the medical definition
• Why the first 40 days are sacred across cultures—and essential for lifelong wellness
• The five universal needs all birthing parents share
• How ancient practices like Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine align with modern healing
• What support systems actually help new moms feel held, whole, and honored

Episode Highlights:

• 01:00 – Defining “postpartum,” “peripartum,” and why the fourth trimester matters
• 04:15 – Dr. Harvey Karp’s theory: Why newborns still act like they’re in the womb
• 06:30 – The critical importance of skin-to-skin, oxytocin, and maternal recovery
• 08:30 – Global traditions: The sacred first 40 days of postpartum care
• 10:45 – The 5 universal postpartum needs every birthing parent deserves

Whether you're preparing for birth, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to shift how our culture views postpartum care, this episode will deepen your understanding and inspire meaningful change.

Mentioned in the episode:

• The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson
• Dr. Harvey Karp’s “Happiest Baby on the Block”
• Postpartum traditions in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Latin America

Connect with Dr. Anikó:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.aniko/

Website: https://www.draniko.com/

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