Fourth Phase: Supporting New Mothers

A few years ago, Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo and her co-founder started Fourth Phase, a brand that supports women after they give birth. As a mother to a five-year-old, I had no idea how rocky the road would be and how little anyone speaks of the fourth phase, which is when the baby comes.

The best part about Fourth Phase is its community where you can connect with other mothers and learn how they're healing and how they are adjusting to things like breastfeeding, which was a challenge for me.

I just really love what they've built. It's so thoughtful, it's so helpful, and I make sure that I gift a Fourth Phase box to anyone I know that has just given birth.