Why I Started Twisted Plum

After my daughter was born, I expected challenges—but I wasn’t prepared for just how tough recovery would be. While my birth was complication-free, the postpartum period was anything but easy. Between wild hormones, exhaustion, and a baby struggling with reflux and colic, my own healing felt like an afterthought.

I quickly realized that while there was plenty of advice on recovery, there weren’t many practical, natural solutions to actually help moms feel better. In other countries, new moms are provided with soothing essentials like medicated maternity pads and topical anesthetics, but in South Africa, the options were frustratingly limited. It felt like moms were expected to just push through the discomfort while focusing solely on their babies.

That’s why I created Twisted Plum—to give moms the support they truly deserve. I wanted to make postpartum recovery easier, so instead of struggling through pain and discomfort, moms can focus on what matters most: bonding with their little one.

My hope is that every mom gets to step into motherhood feeling nurtured, empowered, and cared for. The fourth trimester can be tough, but with the right support, it doesn’t have to be.

Twisted Plum is here to help.