Having trouble sparking meaningful conversation in your post partum community? Fact or Fiction posts are the perfect way to captivate your members, challenge common beliefs, and get everyone talking. Use these ready-to-go templates to boost engagement and foster a fun, supportive space.
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Fact or Fiction prompts work because they tap into our natural curiosity and desire to test our knowledge. When people are invited to guess or debate whether a statement is true or false, it activates critical thinking and encourages participation from even quieter members. This type of interactive content also provides a low-pressure entry point for joining the conversation, since everyone can share an opinion or personal experience.
In post partum communities, myths and misinformation can be common. By challenging these ideas in a playful, non-judgmental way, you empower members with credible information while building trust. These posts can also spark valuable discussions, allowing members to share stories and support each other, deepening their connection to the community.
Fact or Fiction: You cannot get pregnant while breastfeeding.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You cannot get pregnant while breastfeeding. What do you think? Comment below!"
Fact or Fiction: Post partum hair loss is permanent.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum hair loss is permanent. Vote Fact or Fiction!"
Fact or Fiction: It is normal to feel sad weeks after giving birth.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: It is normal to feel sad weeks after giving birth. Share your experience!"
Fact or Fiction: Post partum depression only happens right after delivery.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum depression only happens right after delivery. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: All new moms instantly bond with their baby.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: All new moms instantly bond with their baby."
Fact or Fiction: You should avoid exercise for six weeks after birth.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You should avoid exercise for six weeks after birth. Let us know your guess!"
Fact or Fiction: Formula-fed babies sleep better than breastfed babies.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Formula-fed babies sleep better than breastfed babies. True or false?"
Fact or Fiction: You cannot use tampons during your first period post partum.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You cannot use tampons during your first period post partum."
Fact or Fiction: Stretch marks will always fade completely post partum.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Stretch marks will always fade completely post partum."
Fact or Fiction: You can drink small amounts of alcohol while breastfeeding.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can drink small amounts of alcohol while breastfeeding. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: All c-section scars heal the same way.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: All c-section scars heal the same way."
Fact or Fiction: Post partum anxiety is less common than depression.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum anxiety is less common than depression. What is your guess?"
Fact or Fiction: You can start birth control immediately after birth.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can start birth control immediately after birth."
Fact or Fiction: You lose all your pregnancy weight within a few weeks.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You lose all your pregnancy weight within a few weeks. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: Breastfeeding is always easy once you get started.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Breastfeeding is always easy once you get started. Share your thoughts!"
Fact or Fiction: You must sleep when the baby sleeps.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You must sleep when the baby sleeps."
Fact or Fiction: Post partum bleeding can last longer than a month.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum bleeding can last longer than a month. What do you say?"
Fact or Fiction: Dads can also experience post partum depression.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Dads can also experience post partum depression. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: Night sweats are a normal part of post partum recovery.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Night sweats are a normal part of post partum recovery."
Fact or Fiction: Not all moms leak breast milk.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Not all moms leak breast milk."
Fact or Fiction: You can only have visitors after six weeks post partum.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can only have visitors after six weeks post partum. What is your vote?"
Fact or Fiction: Kegel exercises help with post partum recovery.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Kegel exercises help with post partum recovery. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: If you had a c-section, you cannot have a vaginal birth next time.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: If you had a c-section, you cannot have a vaginal birth next time. Share your thoughts!"
Fact or Fiction: Swaddling helps all babies sleep better.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Swaddling helps all babies sleep better."
Fact or Fiction: You should avoid spicy foods when breastfeeding.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You should avoid spicy foods when breastfeeding. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: Post partum body changes are completely reversible.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum body changes are completely reversible."
Fact or Fiction: Breast milk can change color based on your diet.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Breast milk can change color based on your diet. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: You should not drive until your six-week checkup.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You should not drive until your six-week checkup."
Fact or Fiction: All babies lose weight after birth.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: All babies lose weight after birth. Vote Fact or Fiction!"
Fact or Fiction: You can prevent stretch marks with lotion alone.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can prevent stretch marks with lotion alone."
Fact or Fiction: It is unsafe to sleep with your baby in the same bed.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: It is unsafe to sleep with your baby in the same bed. What is your opinion?"
Fact or Fiction: You can safely take most over-the-counter meds while breastfeeding.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can safely take most over-the-counter meds while breastfeeding."
Fact or Fiction: Post partum belly wraps speed up recovery.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum belly wraps speed up recovery. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: You must wait to have sex until cleared by your doctor.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You must wait to have sex until cleared by your doctor."
Fact or Fiction: Post partum hormones can cause night sweats.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum hormones can cause night sweats."
Fact or Fiction: Not everyone gets the 'baby blues.'
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Not everyone gets the 'baby blues.' What has been your experience?"
Fact or Fiction: Your shoe size can permanently change after pregnancy.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Your shoe size can permanently change after pregnancy. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: You should avoid caffeine completely while breastfeeding.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You should avoid caffeine completely while breastfeeding."
Fact or Fiction: Post partum recovery is the same for everyone.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Post partum recovery is the same for everyone."
Fact or Fiction: Your hair may become curlier or straighter after pregnancy.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Your hair may become curlier or straighter after pregnancy. Fact or Fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: It is okay to ask for help in the post partum period.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: It is okay to ask for help in the post partum period. Share your story!"
Post a Fact or Fiction statement to your community and invite members to guess or discuss whether it is true or false. Encourage replies with a clear call to action, such as 'Vote below' or 'Share your thoughts.' After a few responses, reveal the answer and offer a brief explanation or trusted resource. Rotate topics from physical recovery, emotional wellbeing, baby care, and social myths to keep things fresh and inclusive.
Since these templates are designed for all platforms, adapt your approach to fit the audience. On forums or Facebook, use polls or threaded comments for easy interaction. On Instagram or TikTok, try Stories or Reels with quick vote options. For chat platforms like Slack or Discord, use emojis or quick replies for fast engagement.
These templates are designed to tackle widespread myths, such as the belief that physical recovery from childbirth takes only six weeks or that postpartum symptoms always resolve quickly. Use Fact or Fiction posts to highlight evidence-based timelines for physical and emotional recovery, referencing medical guidelines and expert sources to educate your community.
When addressing sensitive topics like postpartum depression (PPD) or postpartum anxiety (PPA), ensure your Fact or Fiction statements use accurate clinical terms and reflect real concerns (e.g., 'Fact or Fiction: Baby blues and postpartum depression are the same thing'). Include clarifying information in your follow-up explanations and always encourage members to seek professional support if needed.
Absolutely. Many new parents encounter misinformation about breastfeeding, such as the idea that pain is always normal, or that supply issues signal inadequate health. Use these templates to debunk such myths, referencing lactation consultants, research, or World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations to offer reliable information.
For sensitive topics like postpartum intimacy or contraception, frame your Fact or Fiction statements using neutral, non-judgmental language. Offer evidence-based explanations and remind participants that experiences vary widely. Encourage respectful dialogue by establishing clear community guidelines and being ready to moderate discussions if needed.
Yes, including conditions like diastasis recti, pelvic floor dysfunction, or urinary incontinence helps raise awareness about less-discussed postpartum issues. Fact or Fiction posts can clarify what's typical vs. what's a sign to seek further care, helping your community recognize when to consult medical professionals.
Leverage Fact or Fiction templates to respectfully discuss cultural traditions, like postpartum confinement or specific dietary beliefs, by presenting both the cultural context and current medical understanding. This approach fosters inclusiveness and provides community members with balanced, evidence-informed perspectives.
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