Feeling bloated or “off” since having your baby? Postpartum gut issues are incredibly common — and totally fixable. In this guide, postpartum dietitian Megan Brister explains why gut health matters for digestion, mood, energy, hormones, and even weight loss after birth. Learn what disrupts your microbiome during pregnancy and postpartum, how to recognize the signs of imbalance, and the most effective food-first strategies to restore gut health naturally (no cleanses, no fads).