What is 'Early Postpartum Recovery Care'?

A specialized technique for maternal recovery that can be performed as early as the second day after childbirth, based on medical evidence.

Is a medical license required to take the course?

It is open to midwives, nurses, and therapists aiming to become postpartum care professionals. The curriculum meets specialized needs.

Where can I verify the evidence for this technique?

Its efficacy has been medically verified in a research paper published in the 'European Journal of Midwifery.'

[Japan's First] Promoting Evidence-Based 'Early Postpartum Recovery Care' Recognized by International Academic Journals

Published Apr 4, 2026 7:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 2, 2026 1:01 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Eclore Inc. established the 'Japan Early Postpartum Evidence Care Association' to standardize maternal recovery care from the immediate postpartum period, based on 25 years of experience and university hospital research.

On April 4, 2026, Eclore Inc. (Headquarters: Oji-cho, Nara; CEO: Machiko Kawauchi) launched the 'Japan Early Postpartum Evidence Care Association' to promote postpartum care based on medical evidence. This new service realizes the standardization of maternal recovery starting from the immediate postpartum period through evidence provided by 25 years of field experience and joint research with university hospitals.

**Purpose and Background** Eclore Inc. established the association to solve issues such as the 'postpartum care vacuum,' which exacerbates the declining birthrate, postpartum depression, and child abuse. This service provides safe and effective recovery techniques feasible from the second day after childbirth, meeting the specific needs of midwives, nurses, and therapists who want to save the future of mothers through specialized skills.

**Service Details** The association offers a 'Certification Curriculum' combining online video learning and real-time Zoom guidance. It is designed for medical professionals and those aiming to become postpartum care pros. Applications start on April 11, 2026.

**Pricing** - Standard Tuition: 550,000 JPY (tax incl.) - 0th Cohort Course: 385,000 JPY (tax incl.) - Early Bird Campaign (until April 18): 330,000 JPY (tax incl.)

**Future Outlook** Eclore Inc. envisions creating a social environment where mothers can truly feel they want to have a second child. The company aims to strengthen collaboration with maternity facilities nationwide and make evidence-based postpartum recovery care a 'standard' in Japan.

**Developer Profile** Machiko Kawauchi, Representative Director of the Association and CEO of Eclore Inc. After working as a beauty consultant for a major cosmetics manufacturer, she started a gynecological in-hospital aesthetic business in 2001. Over 25 years, she has treated over 35,000 mothers. In 2026, she established this association to disseminate evidence-based postpartum care.

**Academic Recognition** The research results were published in the international midwifery journal 'European Journal of Midwifery.'

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[Japan's First] Promoting Evidence-Based 'Early Postpartum Recovery Care' Recognized by International Academic Journals

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