[#97] Chats With Kailes: Professional Postpartum Advice You Need To Know with Dr. Khivan Oberoi

On this episode of Rebel Wellness, I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Khivan Oberoi for an eye-opening discussion about postpartum care. Drawing from her own experience navigating postpartum during the early days of the pandemic, as well as her professional expertise as a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Khivan sheds light on the gaps in postpartum support and how to bridge them.

We discuss the emotional and physical challenges women face postpartum, including the underdiagnosis of mood disorders and the long-term effects of nutrient depletion. Dr. Khivan shares her personal journey with anxiety during her postpartum period and the transformative power of seeking the right care. We explore the importance of rest and patience, strategies for advocating for thorough medical testing (including thyroid and iron panels), and how small lifestyle shifts can make a world of difference for new moms.

This week's episode is packed with practical advice and compassionate insights to help navigate this transformative season. Embracing rest and recovery is all about reclaiming your well-being while building your life around a new little human.

Timestamps

• 01:27 - Introduction of Dr. Oberoi: PCOS, fertility, and postpartum care
• 03:36 - Importance of Postpartum Care: the gap in care for new mothers
• 08:50 - Recognizing Postpartum Mood Disorders: postpartum anxiety and depression
• 15:45 - Common Postpartum Challenges: physical, emotional, and hormonal shifts
• 22:11 - Key Lab Tests for Postpartum Health Insights: thyroid, iron, and vitamin levels
• 37:20 - Postpartum family planning and hormone regulation
• 41:48 - Sleep, hydration, and gradual return to physical activity

Dr. Oberoi's Links

• My practice website for people in Oregon and Utah: www.drkhivanoberoi.com
• Practice website for people in and around Kansas: https://www.kcnaturopathic.com/doctors
• For healthcare providers who want to learn Integrative Fertility Care: www.fertilityfellowship.com
• To find a Naturopathic Physician in your area: naturopathic.org

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