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After birth, mother and baby are always invited into a warm herbal bath

Postpartum herbal bath for mother and baby - Heartbeat Midwifery

Postpartum herbal bath for mother and baby - Heartbeat Midwifery

Postpartum herbal bath for mother and baby - Heartbeat Midwifery

Postpartum herbal bath for mother and baby - Heartbeat Midwifery

Postpartum herbal bath for mother and baby - Heartbeat Midwifery

After birth, mother and baby are always invited into a warm herbal bath—a quiet moment to rest, reconnect, and begin recovery before heading home.

This bath is designed to support healing for both bodies after birth. The herbal blend helps soothe bruising and swelling and supports baby's cord in drying naturally. Mother and baby soak together for about 15–20 minutes, allowing muscles to relax and the body to settle after the intensity of labor and birth.

We don't use soap on baby—only a gentle rinse—so their skin is left protected with its natural, beneficial microbes intact. This helps support baby's skin as it adjusts to life outside the womb.

If mother would like, once baby is wrapped up and cozy, she may wash her hair or take a few extra moments of care before getting dressed. The goal is to leave the birth center feeling clean, supported, and ready for rest—without needing to find the energy for a shower once home.

This herbal bath is a simple, thoughtful way to support healing, comfort, and an easier transition home for both mother and baby.

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