"you need to slow down. why are you out walking? shouldn't you be resting?" I'm 16 days postpartum. I rest and nap when I need too, but life doesn't stop. my house still needs to be clean, food needs to be cooked, and dogs need to go outside. funny enough all the people who feel the need to scold me about not relaxing get offended when I ask if they'll do my housework or take my dogs for a walk.