Author: Caroline Cummings

On World Health Day, it is worth widening our idea of what “healthcare” really means. It is not only about the delivery room or the day you get discharged. For new mothers, the most delicate phase often begins after coming home, when recovery, feeding, sleep, and emotions all collide at once. Postpartum care needs to be seen as real healthcare, not a short ritual window.Beyond the 40-Day WindowIn many Indian homes, postpartum care has traditionally revolved around a 30 to 40 day recovery period. Rest, specific diets, oil massages, and the presence of elders have long defined this phase. These…

Read More