Why do you need a postpartum doula?   Brooke is talking with Val about having a successful postpartum experience. Val is a postpartum doula and lactation consultant, she helps families after their bring their baby home. Val explains the difference between a postpartum doula and a birth doula. She gives many tips on how to be successful during the 4th trimester. You can follow Val on Instagram @newparentsacademy. Check out her free workshop, here.   Today we dig into:    [1:24] : Val Intro [2:22] : The difference between a birth doula and a postpartum doula [6:15] : What a nighttime doula does [9:10] : Moms who are prepared for postpartum vs moms who thought they could figure it out as they go [15:03] : Main pillars moms should be focused on to have successful postpartum experience [18:30] : Learning baby cues [21:53] : Last minute tips for moms to have a successful postpartum   Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply   👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas    Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!   Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here!    Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️