004 | Why You Need Bloodwork in Postpartum (and What Exactly to Ask For)

Postpartum is defined as the period after delivery.

But postpartum doesn’t end at 6-weeks. What’s left behind runs deeper than the scars from a c-section or an episiotomy. Your body is recovering from some of the most intense trauma it has ever faced, and that comes with so many changes to your physical wellbeing.

This is why listening to your body is important because sometimes the issue isn’t just a lack of sleep or not eating right. Sometimes it’s something else.

Dr. Alissia Zenhausern of NMD Wellness of Scottsdale focuses on the importance of trusting your instincts in postpartum recovery. Only you can advocate for your wellness, and Dr. Zen gives her expert advice on hormone health, what questions to ask your healthcare physician and how to make sure you are in the know with your health.

Dr. Zen is a firm believer in healthy moms raising healthy and happy babies. Educating yourself in hormone health and knowing your body inside and out is the first step in changing the perspective around postpartum health.

Meet Dr. Zen, MND

Dr. Alissia Zenhausern, NMD (Dr. Zen), is a leader in naturopathic medicine. She is the founder of NMD Wellness of Scottsdale, a premier naturopathic clinic focused on your fertility journey.

Whether you want a family now or don’t want to miss your chance in the future, Dr. Zen and her team provide a comprehensive approach to your health to optimize your preconception, fertility, and postpartum experience.

Dr. Zen provides integrative care options that put you back into the driver’s seat of your health.

Initially from Geneva, Switzerland, Dr. Zen believes in the power of naturopathic medicine and has helped hundreds of women get pregnant naturally. She also works in conjunction with your other fertility team members, including your gynecologist, OBGYN, REI, and endocrinologist, to provide a custom approach to your health.

Dr. Zen emphasizes the importance of getting to the root cause of your hormonal imbalance, whether you suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Endometriosis, Luteal Phase Defect, or recurrent miscarriages.

Topics covered in this episode

2:04 | Hormone support
5:22 | Getting your levels checked
11:20 | What to advocate for while breastfeeding
19:38 | Broken system
25:12 | Baby #2 infertility
31:15 | Adrenal fatigue
39:42 | Providers want to help
4203 | Connect with Dr. Zen