The Postpartum Check-In - by MacKillop (Paperback)

About the Book

This compassionate, empowering guide helps new moms distinguish between normal postpartum symptoms and signals of deeper health issues, such as postpartum depression and more. Written by a functional medicine doctor and fellow mom, it offers practical tools to advocate for the care you need to reclaim your well-being.

Book Synopsis

Nothing changes your life--and mind, body, and emotions--like new motherhood. But there comes a point when fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, hair loss, weight gain, and other notorious postpartum symptoms no longer fall under the category of "normal" and instead signal a deeper health issue. Many common postpartum symptoms are exactly the same as those of chronic health conditions that can be triggered by pregnancy and childbirth. But how do you know when it's time to seek help?

As a mother and functional medicine doctor specializing in women's health and hormones, Dr. Alexandra MacKillop wants to empower you to take control of your health after childbirth. The Postpartum Check-In is designed to help you
- decipher your symptoms and identify potential diagnoses
- trust your gut and avoid explaining away warning signs
- advocate for yourself when speaking to your physician
- understand natural, alternative, and holistic treatment options
- choose the smartest, safest way forward toward the restoration of your health

Don't suffer in silence. Backed by the most up-to-date research studies available, The Postpartum Check-In is your trustworthy guide to reclaiming your mind, body, and emotions after having a baby.

About the Author

Dr. Alexandra MacKillop is a functional medicine doctor, author, and speaker. Her Substack newsletter focuses on women's health topics, and she sees patients both in person in Chicago and virtually throughout the Midwest. She lectures regularly on functional medicine and nutrition topics. Her work has appeared on (in)courage, RELEVANT magazine, as well as in language and scientific journals including Claritas Journal of Language and Culture. Dr. MacKillop has two children and lives in Chicago with her family.