There is beauty in giving birth to a child. Some say it’s a feeling they often cannot explain – an overwhelming sense of joy and an automatic love some say they have never experienced. But those pleasantries are not always the case for every mother. Some moms also experience these feelings and changes, too — physical and hormonal, emotional and psychological changes. It’s known as ‘Postpartum’ and in some cultures referred to as ‘baby blues’ — this typically happens after childbirth, lasting for the first six weeks after delivery.  

But there is relief for mothers who experience postpartum. Ziva Postpartum Retreat is North Carolina’s FIRST full-service, overnight postpartum retreat. It was founded by two African-American women, Selena Williams and Lauren Hall, who say Ziva is a sanctuary to support and empower new moms.

Guests:

Selena Williams – Co-Founder, Ziva Postpartum Retreat

Dr. Cynthia “Dr. Cyn” Wesley – Board-certified OBGYN, creator of ‘Beauty Below’ – a product line and resource for intimate wellness and beauty for dark skin