Postpartum recovery is demanding, no matter how you give birth. Your body has just completed an extraordinary physiological process, your hormones are shifting rapidly, and emotionally you may feel raw, elated, overwhelmed or all three at once. In the U.S., most families receive far less support than they actually need during this transition.

If you give birth in a hospital, you’ll go home with some basics: mesh underwear, large pads, and a few comfort items. Most people genuinely love those hospital mesh undies for their stretch and softness. Nyssa’s version builds on that idea by offering a more durable, comfortable upgrade you can keep using throughout the fourth trimester.

Nyssa is working to raise expectations around postpartum healing by creating thoughtful “Wear Therapy” for every stage of the reproductive journey. We partnered with them to share four grounded, practical postpartum care practices drawn from years of supporting families through the fourth trimester.

1. Nourishing Foods

Your body needs steady, nutrient dense meals to repair tissue, stabilize energy, and support the hormonal cascade that follows birth. Balanced meals with carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats go a long way. Warm, comforting foods are especially supportive in those early days.

2. Ice and Heat

Cold therapy can ease swelling and tenderness shortly after birth, and heat helps with muscle tension and ongoing aches. Nyssa’s Below the Belt Recovery Set offers a wearable way to alternate between the two without interrupting your rhythm at home.

3. Hydration

Drink consistently especially if you’re breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Hydration supports healing, milk production, and overall wellbeing.

4. Rest 

Rest is crucial, but it looks different for every family. The guideline of five days in bed, five days on the couch, five days in the house is helpful in theory, but many parents don’t have the privilege of that kind of uninterrupted recovery. Work demands, older children, limited support systems these realities matter. Instead, focus on intentional rest by reducing unnecessary tasks, carving out pauses wherever possible, and moving slowly as your body allows. When you feel ready, gentle walks can support circulation and mental health. Nyssa’s Instant Heat Patches stay in place whether you’re resting or easing back into daily life.

Explore Nyssa’s full postpartum recovery line if you’re preparing for birth or supporting someone who is. Thoughtful tools and a clear, realistic plan can make a meaningful difference whether your recovery period is spacious or happening alongside the demands of daily life.