Overwhelmed by Postpartum Life in South Jersey? Here’s What You Need to Know
Feeling exhausted, resentful, and completely overwhelmed by new motherhood? You’re not alone. If you’re dealing with sleep deprivation, constant nursing, a partner who doesn’t get it, and what you think might be postpartum anxiety, here are five game-changing tips to help you survive this season.
Build Your Postpartum Support Team
You need help—expect it, demand it, get it. South Jersey loves to talk about 'the village,' but the reality? There is no village. You have to build (and sometimes pay for) your own. And that’s okay.
💛 Call a friend.
💛 Hire a postpartum doula.
💛 Find a local mom group.
💛 Book a babysitter for even 30 minutes of alone time.
Just because you’re home all day with your baby doesn’t mean everything falls on you. Your partner should be involved, and your time off matters.
Local Postpartum Resources Near Cherry Hill & Philly:
The Parentkind – Lactation support & postpartum groups, in Cherry Hill, NJ
The Village – Maternity & postpartum mental health services in Collingswood, NJ
Breathe Life Physical Therapy – Pelvic Floor Therapy in Collingswood, NJ
Don’t be like Tiff. I waited too long to get support, and it cost me big time. Learn from my mistakes—get the help you need now.
2. Self-Care (That’s Realistic)
No spa days? No problem. Just 10 minutes a day without being touched or needed can make a difference.
🚪 Lock yourself in the bathroom and breathe.
💦 Take a long shower with the door closed.
📱 Scroll your phone in silence (without guilt).
Postpartum burnout is real, and I know what happens when you sacrifice yourself in the name of motherhood. Looking back, even one solo day per month could have saved my marriage.
Don’t be like Tiff. Take time alone now, before resentment builds.
Accept the Mess
The dishes? The laundry? The unmade bed? It’s all temporary.
🔥 Figure out what’s actually necessary.
🔥 Drop anything that isn’t urgent.
🔥 Stop stressing over things that will get done—eventually.
I used to rage over my filthy white kitchen floors, losing it over every speck of dirt. One therapist told me, "It’s not normal to get this mad about a dirty floor." And she was right.
Don’t be like Tiff. Either clean the damn floor, or let it go. Because trust me, your sanity is worth more than spotless floors.
Have the Hard Discussion with Your Partner
Feeling resentful? Then it’s time for a talk.
Need help with night feedings? Say so.
Drowning in housework? Divide it up.
Overwhelmed by the mental load? Make it clear—it’s not all on you.
💡 Pro tip: If verbal conversations turn into fights, try texting, voice notes, or even a shared Google doc. Whatever works for your neurodivergent brain!
And no, your partner doesn’t get a free pass to sleep all night just because he “has to work.” You work too. It’s unpaid labor, but it keeps your whole damn family functioning.
Don’t be like Tiff. Avoiding this conversation won’t make it go away—it’ll just get worse.
Let Go of Supermom Expectations
YYou don’t have to do it all. You don’t have to love every second. And you definitely don’t have to bounce back.
🚫 Motherhood isn’t a performance.
🚫 It’s not a competition.
🚫 You are not failing because it feels hard.
This system is not designed to support moms. You’re doing an amazing job in spite of it.
Don’t be like Tiff. Don’t wait for things to magically get better. Take action today.
Need More Postpartum Support in South Jersey or Philly?
If you're struggling with postpartum anxiety, overwhelm, or just trying to figure out how to survive this season, I’m here.
📍 Serving Cherry Hill, Mount Laurel, Voorhees, Camden, South Jersey & Philadelphia
💛 Helping neurodivergent & anxious moms navigate motherhood without losing themselves
Let’s make postpartum easier—together. You don’t have to do this alone.
