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15 "Things" I've Learned After Birthing a Baby at 39

  • Writer: Jillian Koscielniak
    Jillian Koscielniak
  • 3 days ago
  • 2 min read
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We are remembering. We are reclaiming our magic, our wisdom, and our right to be powerful, intuitive and free. -sarah jenks

I recently birthed my second wildling at home (with a midwife + my support team). What an honor to be able to experience that incredible journey.


His big sister was born 7 1/2 years ago which felt like aaaaages ago. Then I was a new mother who knew nothing about birthing or babies, and very little about my body too.


Birthing this time around was vastly different for me, as I felt more empowered and connected to my inner knowing.


It was fun to reflect and share some of my learnings after birthing, babying and postpartuming again. And yes - I like making nouns into verbs :).


FYI: This is not the post that will link you to all the Amazon products and brands I love. This is the post that will hopefully give you that lil' nudge you needed to trust yourself.


I hope this list serves as a friendly reminder that all we need is pretty simple: LOVE, COMMUNITY and YOUR INTUITION.



15 "Things" I've Learned After Birthing a Baby at 39


  1. The 'baby' things you think you'll need, you don't.

  2. Make sure you have a partner-in-crime for at least the first week. Let them 'do' so you can 'be'.

  3. Tune in to your mothering intuition first. You know way more than you think you do.

  4. Community revives your soul.

  5. Who needs "baby containers" when you have the arms of loved ones.

  6. Five baby onesies is plenty.

  7. Adult diapers are where it's at.

  8. Witch hazel is the condiment your undercarriage needs.

  9. Tallow balm is the tits! Use it on everything.

  10. When you feel you're ready to do more, don't. Keep resting.

  11. Cotton really is 'the fabric of our lives'.

  12. The ambiance/vibe of your home aids in your healing. Invest in beauty, don't feel guilty for it.

  13. Pillows are your friend, keep them close.

  14. Cribs and bassinets are pointless, use your bed.

  15. Meal trains are a blessing. Ask for help, your community wants to support you.



Did you know that you are definitely a bad ass?! ;)


xx

Jillian

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