A woman holding a newborn baby close to her face, both in black and white. The woman is gently touching the baby's face and looking lovingly at the infant. The image contains text that reads "INNATE Postpartum Care Planning for the Fourth Trimester Course."
A woman holding a newborn baby close to her face, both in black and white. The woman is gently touching the baby's face and looking lovingly at the infant. The image contains text that reads "INNATE Postpartum Care Planning for the Fourth Trimester Course."

INNATE’s Planning for the Fourth Trimester community series is for pregnant mothers and families who want to prepare for a nourishing, regenerative postpartum period.

Based on the Hibiscus Coast and supporting families across Auckland and surrounding areas, this community series offers a grounded way to prepare for the fourth trimester.

Together, we explore the Five Essentials of Postpartum Care, which are found throughout postpartum traditions across the world and are deeply rooted in women’s physiologic and psychological design.

Run over six classes, the course looks at the physiological needs of the postpartum mother and her newborn, and how to offer care that is truly supportive, informed and attuned to this foundational stage of life.

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Rest ~ Warmth ~ Bodywork ~ Nourishment ~ Community ~

A woman breastfeeding a baby while another woman gently touches her head in a caring manner. The setting appears to be a cozy room, and there is a text overlay about postpartum care planning for the fourth trimester.
A woman breastfeeding a baby while another woman gently touches her head in a caring manner. The setting appears to be a cozy room, and there is a text overlay about postpartum care planning for the fourth trimester.

The first five classes of INNATE Postpartum Care - Planning for the Fourth Trimester are held PRE-natally, and the sixth and final class is held in the postpartum. Over this time we will gather weekly to explore the foundations of traditional postpartum care through time-honoured wisdom, woven with modern science.

What we’ll explore:

  • The five cross-cultural postpartum prescriptions and why they remain essential today.

  • What is common but not normal in the postpartum period, and what physiological recovery can look like.

  • The vital role of partners, family, and community in supporting a new mother.

  • Practical rituals, tools and traditions to prepare for a deeply supported and restorative fourth trimester.

  • Guidance in creating your own personalised postpartum plan for rest, nourishment, recovery and support.

  • A deeper understanding of postpartum as a sacred and transformative rite of passage.

  • Building your village and identifying the people who will hold you through this season.

  • Connection with like-hearted families preparing for the same season of life.

  • A closing community gathering to witness, honour and celebrate the emergence of new parents and babies. In this way we bring honour and a layer of completion to our rites of passage into Motherhood and Fatherhood.

and so much more…..

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The postpartum season can bring many questions. Here are some common questions and answers to help you feel more informed, supported and prepared as you move toward life after birth. Further questions are always welcome.

  • INNATE Postpartum Care - Planning for the Fourth Trimester, is 6-week community series designed to help mothers and their families prepare for the fourth trimester.

  • This community series is ideal for pregnant mothers, partners, family members and support people who want to feel more prepared, informed and supported before baby arrives. Professionals such as midwives or doulas interested in this information can see more through Innate Traditions Postpartum Care.

  • Yes. Every postpartum experience is different. Often, it is mothers entering postpartum for the second or subsequent time who most deeply understand the value of being supported and nourished, because they have already experienced how much this season asks of them. The course can help you prepare for a more supported, intentional and nourishing experience this time around.

  • No. The course provides general education and support. It does not replace personalised medical, midwifery, mental health or lactation advice.

  • You can register through the “Join the Waitlist” buttons on this page, or contact us directly to ask about upcoming course dates and availability.

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