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Perineal healing after birth isn’t something to push through, it’s something to support. This guide shares practical, gentle ways to care for your body postpartum, from soothing soreness to supporting tissue repair with trusted botanicals.

If you’re gearing up for your postpartum, you’ve probably heard all about setting up the nursery, arranging outfits, and stocking up on all things for the baby. But here’s the thing: your postpartum experience isn’t about how Pinterest-worthy your nursery/baby’s room is. It’s about creating a sanctuary in your home—a place where you can truly rest, recover, and bond with your baby. Take it from second-time mamas, the baby’s room often becomes a storage space and often wonder why they prioritised investing so much time and energy into it, over their recovery. We know the nursery set up is fun - and you're making a physical space for your new baby so by all means, set it up! Just don't forget to create a space for you too!

Padsicles are a DIY hack Kiwi mums have sworn by for years. With padsicle gel, you get the same cooling relief without the guesswork, simple, soothing postpartum care.

The peri bottle has become a postpartum lifesaver for Kiwi mums, helping with comfort, hygiene, and gentle recovery after birth. Here’s why it belongs in every hospital bag.

At Viva La Vulva, we believe that no one should walk the postpartum path alone. But in today’s world, many parents find themselves doing just that, parenting in isolation. 💔 In this honest and powerful blog, our Expert Sophie Moskowitz (Imperfect Parents) reflects on her own search for a village during the early years of motherhood and shares how to find yours, and why community care is not a luxury, it’s essential! We agree! 

Healing perineal spray is one of those products you don’t know you need until after birth. Soothing, cooling, and midwife-approved, it’s a postpartum best friend.