Category: Postpartum

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Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety

March 26, 2025

An in-depth look at Dr. Nicole Pensak’s groundbreaking guide for navigating motherhood with compassion and science Motherhood can be beautiful—and it can be overwhelming. For new moms who find themselves anxious, uncertain, or not quite like themselves, Dr. Nicole Pensak’s book, Rattled: How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain,… Read More Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety

— Baby Health, Bottle Feeding, Breastfeeding, Postpartum —

Breastfeeding vs. Formula Feeding: The Only Right Choice Is What Works for You

March 7, 2025

Few topics spark as much debate in parenting circles as breastfeeding versus formula feeding. Whether you’re a first-time parent or welcoming another baby into your family, you may feel pressure from society, social media, or even well-meaning friends and family regarding how you should feed your baby. Let’s start by stating one simple truth: Fed… Read More Breastfeeding vs. Formula Feeding: The Only Right Choice Is What Works for You

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What No One Tells You About Being a First-Time Mom

March 7, 2025

Are you a first-time mom? Maybe you’re currently expecting? Or perhaps you’re trying to conceive? No matter where you are on this journey, it’s never too early or too late to start thinking about the joys, challenges, and surprises that come with becoming a parent. Everyone has their own opinion about how you should feed… Read More What No One Tells You About Being a First-Time Mom

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The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help

March 19, 2018

Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most transformative experiences in a person’s life, but the postpartum period—often referred to as the fourth trimester—can be just as challenging as pregnancy and birth. New mothers need rest, healing, and support as they recover physically and emotionally while bonding with their newborns. This is… Read More The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help

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Black Maternal Mortality: Awareness, Action, and Change

January 4, 2018

WARNING: This post discusses maternal and infant loss. In the days following the tragic passing of Erica Garner, conversations about Black maternal mortality have surfaced again. Blogs, articles, and discussions have emerged from people of all backgrounds, attempting to analyze the root causes of why Black mothers are dying at alarming rates. Yet, I’ve seen… Read More Black Maternal Mortality: Awareness, Action, and Change

— Childbirth, Doula, Info, Postpartum, Pregnancy —

The Importance of Continuous Labor Support: How Doulas Improve Birth Outcomes

December 11, 2017

Childbirth is a transformative experience, filled with excitement, anticipation, and sometimes fear. Many expectant parents worry about the pain of labor, the unknowns of the birth process, and the potential need for medical interventions. This is where continuous labor support—such as having a doula—can make a significant difference. According to the American College of Obstetricians… Read More The Importance of Continuous Labor Support: How Doulas Improve Birth Outcomes