Dealing with mastitis? Get Dr.Morgan’s comprehensive Mastitis Manual here, and learn all about how to tell which type of mastitis you have, if you need antibiotics or not, and how to treat it naturally! Why does weaning sometimes feel like puberty all over again?What really happens to your body and mind when breastfeeding ends? From mood swings and night sweats to shifts in libido and energy, the postpartum experience doesn’t stop once your baby’s done nursing. Hormones recalibrate, neurotransmitters change, and sometimes it all hits harder than you expect.In this episode, we get into why some women glide through weaning while others feel like they’ve been knocked sideways, as well as what that “mini puberty” moment actually means for your physiology and emotions. It’s a mix of real talk, biology, and the reassurance you wish you’d heard sooner.You’ll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[06:53] Why breastfeeding protects against postpartum depression[09:00] The surprising physical changes after weaning[12:55] The truth about when it’s biologically normal to night wean[15:33] How weaning can feel like puberty and what mood swings really mean[17:06] Why low progesterone after weaning can lead to early miscarriages[18:03] What to know about fertility, ovulation, and contraception while weaning[22:40] How weaning affects your thyroid, adrenals, and overall energyResources Mentioned:Milk Medicine Pregnancy Course | WebsiteRelated Healthy as a Mother Podcast Episodes:All About Weaning: Philosophy, How To, and Factors to Consider | Spotify or AppleBreastfeeding and Trying To Conceive | Spotify or AppleMastitis and Clogged Ducts: What TO Do and What NOT To Do | Spotify or AppleBaby-Led Weaning with Thriving Foundations with Dr. Alyssa | Spotify or AppleFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER