Watch for Signs of Postpartum Depression The “baby blues” have always been viewed as a normal part of the postpartum period. Usually starting between the third and fifth day after delivery mild signs of postpartum depression such as, crying spells, anxiety, irritability and mood swings occur in as many as 85% of women. Because this […]
Making a Decision on Cord Blood Stem Cell Banking Today’s expectant parents are faced with many decisions about the type of birth they want to have: Birthing center or hospital? Epidural or natural? Rooming in with baby or, “Please take that baby to the nursery and let me sleep!” One of those decisions should be […]
Dealing with Your Changing Emotions During Pregnancy As you see yourself grow larger and feel the baby’s kicking, wiggling presence much of the time, the reality that you are responsible for another human being’s life sinks in. This realization may awaken deep emotions during pregnancy about yourself and the rest of your life. You will […]
Dealing with the Side Effects of Pregnancy The changes happening in your body during pregnancy can produce some uncomfortable side effects. Side effects of pregnancy such as hemorrhoids, shooting pains in your back and legs, and varicose veins are experience by many women. Learn what to expect with these physical changes and how to treat […]
Second Trimester Emotional Changes During Pregnancy Most women find the second trimester to be a more emotionally stable time than the first. The surge in pregnancy hormones that took you by surprise in the early months now levels off, as do your emotions. You’ll probably find your reactions to events a bit less dramatic now. […]
Postpartum Health Can Be Difficult to Maintain Once you’ve had your baby you may want advice on parenting with less tension and more ease, about the importance of good nutrition and exercise in the 11 months after you give birth, and about the need for intentional self-care as you grow into motherhood. With all that […]
Proper Nutrition During Pregnancy Whether good nutrition has long been a priority in your life, or you’re just now beginning to be more intentional about what you eat, you will find that proper nutrition during pregnancy is very rewarding. Taking care of yourself during pregnancy gets your baby off to the best possible start in […]
Keeping Up Good Prenatal Health You are growing a new life inside you and while this is happening, your own life changes. You have times when you feel very tired or worried, and other times when you feel excited and full of energy. Your body demands more food, more water and more sleep. You lean […]
Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper Bassinet Dr. Bill Sears helped develop this crib-like bed that fits safely and snuggly adjacent to parent’s bed. The Co-Sleeper arrangement gives parents and baby their own separate sleeping spaces, yet keeps baby within arm’s reach for easy nighttime care. To learn more about the Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper Bassinet visit www.armsreach.com.
“To encourage new mothers to return to work, my wonderful employer provides a “mother’s room,” complete with a sink, refrigerator, cubbies for a pump, a nice comfortable chair, a phone, and a lock on the door. A strong pump was my key to success. I called it my double- barreled power pump. My milk supply […]
The tables on this page list medications in three categories: Common medications that are safe to use while breastfeeding Drugs that require careful monitoring by a physician when taken while breastfeeding Drugs that should not be used while breastfeeding. Talking with your health professional about any medication you take is very important, and a nursing […]
Lactation consultants are health professionals with special training and experience in helping breastfeeding mothers and babies. Many are nurses or La Leche League Leaders and have personal, as well as professional, experience with breastfeeding. Lactation consultants may be on staff at a hospital or in a pediatrician’s office, or they may work in private practice. […]
