Soy mamá, no estoy loca ni hormonal

No estoy loca ni hormonal.

Estoy en puerperio.

Mi cerebro cambió para poder cuidar, proteger y nutrir a mi bebé.

Tengo veinte kilos de más, ojeras, el cabello se me cae, y a veces ni me reconozco.

Pero no estoy loca: estoy aprendiendo a mantener un ser vivo… vivo.

A cambiar pañales, a dormir entre miedos, a poner mi dedo en su nariz solo para ver si respira.

Mi cuerpo cambió, mi mente cambió, mi vida cambió.

No estoy loca ni hormonal.

Me convertí en mamá.

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@prolactancia

2025/10/12 Edited to

... Read moreThe postpartum period, often referred to as puerperium, is a unique and transformative phase lasting about forty days after childbirth. During this time, women go through extensive physical, emotional, and psychological changes as their bodies recover and adapt to new maternal responsibilities. It is common to experience symptoms like weight gain, fatigue with dark circles under the eyes, hair loss, and altered mental states. These are normal reactions to the hormonal shifts and demands of caring for a newborn. Importantly, these changes do not mean a woman is "crazy" or simply driven by hormones; rather, they represent the brain's and body’s adaptive process to protect and nurture a fragile new life. Many new mothers develop heightened vigilance, such as checking their baby’s breathing frequently, which is part of the instinctive caregiving response. The exhaustion of sleepless nights combined with the emotional stress of motherhood contributes to these changes but also highlights the incredible strength and resilience women demonstrate during this period. Understanding puerperium is crucial for both mothers and those around them. Mental health support, adequate rest, nutrition, and community resources can significantly ease this transition. Awareness about postpartum mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety, empowers women to seek help when needed without stigma. In essence, becoming a mother changes not only daily routines but fundamentally reshapes the mind and body to ensure a baby’s survival and healthy development. Embracing the real motherhood experience means recognizing these biological and emotional transformations as part of a natural and powerful journey rather than dismissing them as mere hormonal mood swings. By shedding light on the realities of maternity, especially in the puerperium phase, we advocate for greater understanding, compassion, and support to mothers as they navigate their new lives.