Hormonal shifts are a significant factor in the emotional changes that many new moms experience. After childbirth, the levels of hormones like estrogen and progesterone drop suddenly, which can affect mood and emotional stability. For example, you might feel joyful one moment and tearful the next without a clear reason. These changes are inevitable in the post partum period and can be challenging to manage.

Acupuncturists use hands and fingertips to palpate clients and to take their pulses. As our practice deepens, our hands and fingers become ears and eyes to the client’s body. In my session with clients, when I palpate their bodies, I often receive the energy that the body is holding as visual images and/or emotions through my hands. My sensitivity is more geared toward detecting emotions that are residing in the body and how they affect the overall health of the clients.

You are not alone if the thought of sharing your emotions brings up some fear or frustration. One reason sharing deeper things about yourself can be so challenging is that you might feel you are opening yourself up to either intimacy or judgment.

The Change Triangle is a tool that can help with experiencing improved emotional health. It can support you in reconnecting with yourself in ways you may have ignored, shut down, or become even a bit anxious about through your life and past experiences.