16. What We Can Learn From Other Cultures In How They Treat Postpartum Women ft. Tracey Agnese, MD

Have you ever researched the differences in postpartum care around the world? It is fascinating to see how different things are, such as paid maternity/paternity leave and expectations of a mom after birth. Today I’ll be chatting with Tracey Agnese on this topic. We’ll look at postpartum care globally, how certain cultures differ from one another, and what we can learn from that information. Stay tuned for future interviews with women from around the world to hear their experiences!    Tracey Agnese, MD, IBCLC has been a Pediatrician in private practice NYC for over ten years. As a Pediatrician and a mom, she knows how difficult it is to have and care for a newborn baby. She also knows that new moms often neglect taking care of themselves, and wants to help change that. Dr. Agnese provides online educational resources for new moms on how to take care of their newborn baby. She also focuses on showing new moms how important it is to take care of themselves from the start.   In this episode we discuss: -Common themes among other cultures when it comes to postpartum care -How postpartum traditions in the U.S. vs. other cultures affect breastfeeding -What the U.S. can learn from other countries and vice versa -How PTO affects the health and well-being of a mom and baby    Resources mentioned: -Episode 4: Pelvic Floor Issues Postpartum and When to Seek Help -The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother -You can find Tracey's CousCous recipe + other information mentioned here -paidleave.us   Connect with Tracey: -traceymd.com -Instagram: @babydocmama -Youtube Channel -Facebook   Connect with me on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. For full show notes, head to lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/   Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine.   Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices