The hardest part isn’t birth. It’s what comes after.
Many women tell me they feel:
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exhausted but unable to fully rest
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unsure how to care for your body after delivery
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navigating pain, bleeding, and healing alone
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expected to “bounce back” without support
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your needs placed last
You deserve to be cared for, too.

So… why postpartum care?
In many cultures, postpartum care is a given.
In the U.S., mothers are often left to recover on their own.
Observing 44 days of rest with postpartum care provides:
✔ Support your body through physical healing
✔ Receive hands-on care (not just advice)
✔ Nourish your body with warmth and rest
✔ Feel emotionally supported during a vulnerable transition
✔ Create space to bond with your baby without overwhelm
You deserve to be cared for, too.

Guidance from a
Doula + Pelvic Physical Therapist
Where Traditional Care Meets Clinical Expertise
As a pelvic physical therapist and postpartum doula, I help women:
✅ Pelvic recovery + alignment after birth
✅ Safe support for your abdomen and core
✅ Techniques to reduce pain, swelling, and tension
✅ Guided rest + nervous system regulation
✅ Preparation for long-term pelvic health
This approach combines clinical expertise with traditional postpartum healing practices inspired by Malay tradition but also commonly practiced around the world.
Why postpartum recovery matters

Women feel more supported and less alone

Faster, more comfortable physical recovery

Reduced anxiety and overwhelm
This isn’t about luxury. It’s about what should have been there all along.
How It Works
1️⃣ Apply or book your postpartum care package
2️⃣ We plan your care based on your birth + needs
3️⃣ Receive in-home treatments during your recovery
A 4-week postpartum recovery experience inspired by traditional Malay care practices.
🏡 From the comfort of your home
Limited clients accepted each month.
What This is:
A 4-week postpartum recovery experience inspired by traditional Malay care practices.
What's Covered:
✔ bengkung belly binding
✔ abdominal massage + womb care
✔ herbal vaginal steaming sessions
✔ herbal baths + compress therapy
✔ full-body treatment
✔ guided rest + recovery support

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Meet Your
Postpartum Doula
Dr. Mehreen Akhtar, PT, DPT
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist and Doula
After helping women recover from pregnancy and childbirth, I saw what was missing… support during postpartum.
This work brings together my clinical training and the traditional care practices that prioritize the mother.
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