What To Expect Next Guide

While countless resources focus on pregnancy and childbirth, there is a significant lack of information and guidance available for the postpartum period—the crucial time after birth when mothers face physical, emotional, and mental changes. What to Expect Next by Dr. Chowa fills this gap, offering a comprehensive guide dedicated to helping mothers navigate the often-overlooked fourth trimester.

What To Expect Next

A POSTPARTUM GUIDE FOR A HEALTHY, HAPPY MOM

This book equips mothers with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to prioritize their well-being during this transformative time, empowering them to face postpartum challenges with confidence.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ✷

  • “Fun, engaging, interactive and most importantly educational.”

    CARINE-ANGE TAGNI

  • “This book is a must! Very informative and touched upon all my postpartum needs.”

    GLORIA NABAKKA

  • “Dr. Chowa is so passionate about women and it is evident through her book!"

    GABRIELLE JOSEPH

What You’ll Gain
From Reading

This book equips mothers with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to prioritize their well-being during this transformative time, empowering them to face postpartum challenges with confidence.

  • The fourth trimester is a critical phase where mothers need to be aware of serious health risks such as elevated blood pressure, life-threatening bleeding, and postpartum depression. What to Expect Next emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and equips mothers with the knowledge to recognize these warning signs early. By understanding the physical and emotional changes that may occur, mothers can proactively monitor their health and seek medical help when necessary. Dr. Chowa’s guide empowers mothers to take charge of their well-being during this vulnerable time, ensuring that they don’t ignore symptoms that could lead to serious complications.

  • Preparation is key to navigating postpartum challenges with confidence, and What to Expect Next provides an actionable roadmap for mothers to plan their support systems in advance. The guide encourages mothers to create a personalized postpartum plan, listing who will help with tasks, such as meal preparation, house chores, and baby care.

    It also advises mothers on who to contact when something goes wrong—whether it’s medical help or emotional support—and establishes clear boundaries on who can visit the baby. By helping mothers organize their postpartum environment, this book equips them to feel more in control during the chaotic and emotional fourth trimester.

  • Taking care of yourself is essential during the postpartum journey, and What to Expect Next offers an array of self-care and advocacy tools to ensure mothers prioritize their well-being. This guide includes journaling prompts to help mothers reflect on their feelings, track symptoms, and set intentions for self-care. It also provides encouraging words to motivate them through tough moments and practical tips on checking in with their physical and emotional symptoms. Additionally, it offers resources on where to find help and self-care strategies that foster healing and peace of mind. Through these tools, mothers are empowered to advocate for their needs and make self-care a priority.

A Word From The Author

DR. PHINDILE ERIKA CHOWA

As both a physician and a mother, I understand the immense challenges that come with the postpartum period. My personal experience with postpartum depression and my journey through the fourth trimester opened my eyes to the gaps in care and support that many mothers face. That’s why I wrote What to Expect Next—to give mothers the tools, resources, and encouragement they need during one of the most transformative times of their lives.

I want every mother who reads this guide to walk away feeling empowered, prepared, and confident. You deserve to prioritize your health, advocate for your needs, and embrace this journey with the support and care you deserve. My hope is that What to Expect Next becomes your trusted companion, reminding you that you are not alone and that your well-being matters just as much as your baby’s. This is your journey, and you deserve to feel strong, supported, and informed every step of the way.

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