A mom has divided the internet after she revealed that she spent the first week of her baby’s life in a postpartum recovery center, where she was treated to five-star dining and spa treatments – but missed many of her new child’s ‘milestones.’
Sarah Goo, 30, who used to live in Hawaii but moved to Korea earlier this year, paid $1,500 to stay at a luxurious ‘hotel for new mothers’ following the birth of her second daughter last month.
The facility came with a slew of lavish amenities that were all designed to help women heal after labor – like highly-nutritious meals that simulate the creation of breast milk and classes on how to change diapers, as well as free massages and yoga classes.
And while it was certainly nice to be taken care of – and to not have to deal with any cooking or cleaning as she adjusted to life as a mother-of-two – Sarah admitted that she wouldn’t go there again.
A mom revealed she spent the first week of her baby’s life in a postpartum recovery center, where she was treated to five-star dining and spa treatments – but missed many of her new child’s ‘milestones’
![Sarah Goo, 30, who used to live in Hawaii but moved to Korea this year, paid $1,500 to stay at a luxurious 'hotel for new mothers' following the birth of her second daughter last month](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392315-12413771-image-m-5_1692206924311.jpg)
Sarah Goo, 30, who used to live in Hawaii but moved to Korea this year, paid $1,500 to stay at a luxurious ‘hotel for new mothers’ following the birth of her second daughter last month
![The facility came with a slew of lavish amenities that were all designed to help women heal after labor - like highly-nutritious meals, free massages and yoga classes](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392331-12413771-The_facility_came_with_a_slew_of_lavish_amenities_that_were_all_-a-12_1692206999655.jpg)
![The facility came with a slew of lavish amenities that were all designed to help women heal after labor - like highly-nutritious meals, free massages and yoga classes](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392329-12413771-The_facility_came_with_a_slew_of_lavish_amenities_that_were_all_-m-11_1692206994098.jpg)
The facility came with a slew of lavish amenities that were all designed to help women heal after labor – like highly-nutritious meals, free massages and yoga classes
![While it was certainly nice to be taken care of - and to not have to deal with any cooking or cleaning as she adjusted to life as a mother-of-two - Sarah admitted she wouldn't go again](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392401-12413771-image-m-14_1692207020454.jpg)
While it was certainly nice to be taken care of – and to not have to deal with any cooking or cleaning as she adjusted to life as a mother-of-two – Sarah admitted she wouldn’t go again
She opened up about her experience at the facility to TikTok last week, and she explained that she hardly got to bond with her new daughter.
![She opened up about her experience at the facility to TikTok last week, and she explained that she hardly got to bond with her new daughter](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392411-12413771-image-m-17_1692207068421.jpg)
She opened up about her experience at the facility to TikTok last week, and she explained that she hardly got to bond with her new daughter
She said that the entire thing left her wondering if she was a ‘bad mom’ for letting others ‘take care’ of her newborn.
‘Right after I gave birth in Korea, I decided to stay at a postpartum care facility. It’s like a hotel for babies and new mothers,’ she began in the video, which was viewed nearly 13 million times.
Sarah explained that while mothers could technically see their babies whenever they wanted to, it was encouraged that the youngsters spent most of their time with the nurses so that the new moms could ‘rest.’
‘They’ll call you if the baby needs to be fed or if they’re crying too much,’ she revealed.
Sarah said she spent her days taking walks outside, stretching, using the massage chair, and getting complimentary pedicures in the on-site spa.
She said ‘the best part’ was the food, however. She was given three freshly cooked meals a day, as well as two snacks – and almost everything that they brought her was carefully picked out to help new mothers.
‘Every meal consisted of seaweed soup, which detoxifies your body and helps you increase your milk supply,’ she explained.
![Sarah explained that the babies spent most of their time with the nurses so that the new moms could 'rest.' They room that the newborns stay in is seen above](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392485-12413771-Sarah_explained_that_while_mothers_could_technically_see_their_b-m-20_1692207141269.jpg)
Sarah explained that the babies spent most of their time with the nurses so that the new moms could ‘rest.’ They room that the newborns stay in is seen above
![Sarah said she spent her days taking walks outside, stretching, using the massage chair, and getting complimentary pedicures in the on-site spa](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392479-12413771-Sarah_said_she_spent_her_days_taking_walks_outside_stretching_us-a-28_1692207246623.jpg)
![Sarah said she spent her days taking walks outside, stretching, using the massage chair, and getting complimentary pedicures in the on-site spa](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392467-12413771-Sarah_said_she_spent_her_days_taking_walks_outside_stretching_us-m-27_1692207240343.jpg)
Sarah said she spent her days taking walks outside, stretching, using the massage chair, and getting complimentary pedicures in the on-site spa
![She said 'the best part' was the food, however. She was given three freshly cooked meals a day, as well as two snacks - and almost everything that they brought her helps new mothers](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392521-12413771-image-a-29_1692207253635.jpg)
She said ‘the best part’ was the food, however. She was given three freshly cooked meals a day, as well as two snacks – and almost everything that they brought her helps new mothers
‘Every single meal was very, very nutritious and designed to help mothers heal faster and give you strength.’
She admitted that she did enjoy getting so much sleep and consuming the delicious dishes, but she said it ‘felt like she had too much time’ on her hands and at the end of the day, she missed holding her daughter.
She concluded, ‘Would I do this again? Probably not. Only because I didn’t get to hold my baby that often. And it’s freaking expensive.’
Sarah’s review of the postnatal care center quickly went viral, and many viewers took to the comment section to share their thoughts.
Despite her criticisms, a lot of viewers felt it was a great idea – and some even pointed out that it could minimize postpartum depression.
‘If I’d had access to this with both of my boys, it probably would have helped my postpartum depression/anxiety,’ one mother admitted. ‘America needs to step up for our mamas.’
‘I’ve never heard of a postpartum care center but I think it’s a wonderful idea. Every mama needs time for herself after laboring and delivery,’ someone else wrote.
‘Labor and delivery is so taxing especially if you did it for hours. I love this because it gives you time to recover and be the best mom you can be,’ gushed another user.
A different person said, ‘Postpartum care NEEDS to be prioritized. As a mother and a nursing student, I hope to make this change.’
![She admitted that she did enjoy getting so much sleep and consuming the delicious dishes, but she said it 'felt like she had too much time' on her hands](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392469-12413771-image-m-31_1692207295719.jpg)
She admitted that she did enjoy getting so much sleep and consuming the delicious dishes, but she said it ‘felt like she had too much time’ on her hands
![She concluded, 'Would I do this again? Probably not. Only because I didn't get to hold my baby that often. And it's freaking expensive'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392477-12413771-She_concluded_Would_I_do_this_again_Probably_not_Only_because_I_-a-38_1692207348343.jpg)
![She concluded, 'Would I do this again? Probably not. Only because I didn't get to hold my baby that often. And it's freaking expensive'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392483-12413771-She_concluded_Would_I_do_this_again_Probably_not_Only_because_I_-m-37_1692207345123.jpg)
She concluded, ‘Would I do this again? Probably not. Only because I didn’t get to hold my baby that often. And it’s freaking expensive’
![She said that the entire thing left her wondering if she was a 'bad mom' for letting others 'take care' of her newborn](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392435-12413771-image-m-40_1692207359336.jpg)
She said that the entire thing left her wondering if she was a ‘bad mom’ for letting others ‘take care’ of her newborn
‘This is probably so much healthier mentally and physically for mom and baby,’ read a fifth comment.
‘With the high rates of postpartum depression these days, I think this is very essential. I wish I had this experience when I gave birth,’ added another mother.
‘You’re definitely NOT a bad mom. You will have lots of time to hold your baby later. That’s good you had time to recover it’s what every mom deserves,’ said someone else.
Others, however, said the concept of being apart from their newborns during their first few days did not appeal to them.
Not for me,’ one disapproving commenter wrote. Another said, ‘I would not be able to do this. I didn’t even want to set my baby in the crib.’
Sarah spoke about her time at the recovery center further to Insider, and she explained that in Korea, it’s common for new moms to spend time at facilities like the one she was at – which are called sanhujoris.
‘In America, mothers are quick to get back to normal life. But Koreans focus on healing and replenishing your body,’ she shared.
She added that she wanted to try it after having a ‘pretty rough’ time following the birth of her first daughter, Ara, a few years prior.
‘I wanted to focus on healing myself this time,’ she explained. ‘I definitely healed faster and my body felt stronger earlier this time around.
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![Despite her criticisms, a lot of viewers felt it was a great idea - and some even pointed out that it could minimize postpartum depression](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392537-12413771-image-a-43_1692207392246.jpg)
Despite her criticisms, a lot of viewers felt it was a great idea – and some even pointed out that it could minimize postpartum depression
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![Others, however, said the concept of being apart from their newborns during their first few days did not appeal to them](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/74392535-12413771-image-a-42_1692207390527.jpg)
Others, however, said the concept of being apart from their newborns during their first few days did not appeal to them
![Last year, a postnatal hotel that opened in New York City made headlines, called the Boram Postnatal Retreat](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/58607621-12413771-Get_ready_to_see_inside_the_luxurious_1_400_a_night_postnatal_ho-a-52_1692207443970.jpg)
Last year, a postnatal hotel that opened in New York City made headlines, called the Boram Postnatal Retreat
![The 'retreat' for new mothers - which is located on the ninth floor of the five-star Langham Hotel (seen) in Manhattan - costs a whopping $1,400 a night](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/58612317-12413771-The_Boram_Postnatal_Retreat_is_located_on_the_ninth_floor_of_the-a-53_1692207456864.jpg)
The ‘retreat’ for new mothers – which is located on the ninth floor of the five-star Langham Hotel (seen) in Manhattan – costs a whopping $1,400 a night
![It offers foot rubs on request, a lengthy room service menu, a fully-staffed nursery for the babies, and a 'mother's lounge,' where experts offer seminars](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/58607629-12413771-The_rooms_are_all_equipped_with_hospital_grade_bassinets_and_eco-a-55_1692207486506.jpg)
It offers foot rubs on request, a lengthy room service menu, a fully-staffed nursery for the babies, and a ‘mother’s lounge,’ where experts offer seminars
![The glamorous rooms boast a Swedish Duxiana bed (which cost upwards of $12,000), a large a marble soaking tub, hospital-grade bassinets, and 'eco-friendly' Coterie diapers](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/08/16/18/58607639-12413771-Between_it_s_Swedish_Duxiana_bed_which_cost_upwards_of_12_000_an-a-56_1692207506284.jpg)
The glamorous rooms boast a Swedish Duxiana bed (which cost upwards of $12,000), a large a marble soaking tub, hospital-grade bassinets, and ‘eco-friendly’ Coterie diapers
‘But I felt kind of distant and wasn’t really able to cherish the first week with my baby. I felt like I missed a lot of milestones.’
She added that another downside to the experience was that due to COVID-19 regulations, her husband and older daughter were not allowed to visit, which meant they too missed out on spending time with the newborn.
And while it may not have worked for her, Sarah said it’s still a great resource for moms who may be struggling.
‘I [still] recommend it to other moms, especially if you are a first time mother,’ she concluded.
‘It is really tough postpartum to go through alone when you don’t really know how to take care of a newborn on top of trying to heal yourself.’
Last year, a postnatal hotel that opened in New York City made headlines. Called the Boram Postnatal Retreat, the ‘retreat’ for new mothers – which is located on the ninth floor of the five-star Langham Hotel in Manhattan – costs a whopping $1,400 a night.
It offers foot rubs on request, a lengthy room service menu, a fully-staffed nursery for the babies, and a ‘mother’s lounge,’ where pediatricians, physical therapists, and mental health experts offer seminars on everything from pelvic floor therapy to curing insomnia.
The glamorous rooms boast a Swedish Duxiana bed (which cost upwards of $12,000), a large a marble soaking tub, hospital-grade bassinets, and ‘eco-friendly’ Coterie diapers.
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