Nurturing Mothers & Families: Inside the Postpartum Retreat Experience with Esther Park from Ahma & Co
In this heartwarming episode, Dr. Yang sits down with Esther Park, the founder and CEO of Ahma & Co, a groundbreaking postpartum retreat center at the Waldorf Astoria in Monarch Beach. Together, they explore the growing need for postpartum support in the U.S. and how Ahma & Co is transforming recovery for new parents.Esther shares her journey from corporate life at L’Oréal to creating a sanctuary for families during the vulnerable postpartum stage—drawing on traditions from her Korean upbringing where postpartum care is revered. She explains what a postpartum retreat is, how it works, and why it’s an invaluable investment in a family’s long-term well-being.Whether you’re a first-time mom, a seasoned parent, or a birth professional, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and a peek into the future of postpartum care in America.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • Why postpartum care in the U.S. often leaves parents feeling isolated and under-supported • The inspiration behind Ahma & Co’s creation • What makes a postpartum retreat different from in-home care or hiring a postpartum doula • The three pillars of Ahma & Co’s program: postpartum recovery, personalized newborn care, and building your “village” • A behind-the-scenes look at the amenities, workshops, and 24/7 support Ahma & Co provides for families • How postpartum traditions in Korea and Asia influenced Esther’s vision • Why investing in postpartum care can have lifelong benefits for parents and children • Tips for booking a postpartum retreat (and when to reserve your stay)Key Takeaways:“We were never meant to parent alone. Support isn’t a luxury — it’s essential.” – Esther“Asking for help isn’t weakness. It empowers you to recover and be more present for your baby.” – Dr. YangConnect with Esther Park and Ahma & Co:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahmaandcoEmail:
[email protected]: https://www.ahmaandco.comConnect with Dr. Tina Yang and Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinayang_acufertilitydoctor/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revive_qi/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revive_qiWebsite: https://www.reviveqi.comIf you are looking to optimize your fertility and your health with acupuncture, Chinese medicine and functional medicine, book a Free 15 minute consult with one of our acupuncturists at Revive Qi: https://www.reviveqi.com/pages/book-an-appointment