In this episode of the Birth Rebel Podcast, host Angel interviews Kestrel Gates, the creator of the 'Build Your Nest Postpartum Planning Workbook.' They discuss the often-overlooked importance of preparing for the postpartum period, the cultural differences in postpartum care, and practical steps for creating a better postpartum experience. Kestrel shares her personal journey that inspired the workbook and talks about the 'Postpartum Navigator Program,' an initiative to support new families with emotional and practical resources. They also touch on how birth workers can integrate postpartum planning into their practices. Tune in to learn how to build a supportive community and plan effectively for postpartum wellness.00:00 Introduction to the Birth Rebel Podcast00:50 Welcoming the Audience and Episode Overview01:48 Guest Introduction and Postpartum Planning02:13 Personal Postpartum Experiences and Insights06:41 Challenges and Solutions in Postpartum Care13:38 Building Community and Support Systems25:47 Postpartum Navigator Program44:31 Final Thoughts and Resources46:26 Closing Remarks and Workshop InvitationResources from the EpisodeBuild Your Nest: A Postpartum Planning Workbook - Kestrel GatesLe Leche League - Breastfeeding Support NetworkPostpartum Support InternationalThe Build Your Nest Facilitators KitWhere to Find Kestrel GatesWebsite | Workbook | Facebook | Instagram | TwitterAccess my Better Birth Blueprint Workshop. This workshop will give you five tips on how you can have a safer more comfortable birth! As a bonus you will get a FREE downloadable workbook to accompany your workshop. Access your FREE Workshop!Until Next time my Birth Rebel crew!Instagram Website Submit a Topic Be My GuestDiscount CodesNEEDED Prenatal SupplementsUse Code: FRUITOFTHEWOMB for 20% off a one-time purchase OR the first (3) months of the (1) month subscriptionFullWell Prenatal & Fertility SupplementsUse Code: FRUITOFTHEWOMBBIRTH for 10% offChristian Hypnobirthing CourseUse Code: ANGEL for 20% off the courseMotherLove Herbal Products • • Use Code: Wombbirth15 for 15% off