There is something naturally gentle about the warmer months of spring and summer. The longer days, warm lights through open windows, and fresh air invite us to slow down into softer rhythms. After a winter like this past one in New England, everyone, especially new and expecting parents, deserve to slow down and remember that postpartum recovery does not have to be rushed. In a society that encourages productivity, postpartum deserves something different. It deserves care. Rest. Nourishment....

I don’t think I knew what to expect walking into Boston Birth Village as a new intern. Starting here just a few weeks ago has already taught me more than I could ask for. As a Master of Social Work student entering my final year at Boston University, I knew I wanted to work more closely with parents, families, and babies. Before this placement, I worked in a major Boston hospital where the environment was incredibly fast-paced and emotionally demanding. While I learned a lot there, I found...