Postpartum Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore

Everyone knows that childbirth can leave you feeling weak, tired, and in pain for days after delivery. While weakness and pain are normal postpartum experiences, certain other signs require a doctor’s attention.

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What’s Normal (or not) After You Give Birth? When to See Your doctor + When to Chill

The process of birthing can be something of a roller coaster ride. You’ve waited a long time in line, some parts are going to be scary, and the ride does eventually come to an end. Giving birth is this fine line between magic and mayhem.

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A list of Organizations working towards Black Birth Equity that you should support right now

According to the CDC, black mothers in the U.S. die at three to four times the rate of white mothers. This is a staggering fact that displays one of the widest of all racial disparities in women's health.

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Ways to transition and manage the first week with a Newborn

I spoke to a new mom a few weeks ago who got to the hospital at 8:23 am, gave birth at 10:45 am and was released at 5 pm. The hospital was satisfied with her smooth delivery and sent her on her way. She, too, was thrilled to have had a successful and safe pregnancy.

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How to Treat Sciatica during Pregnancy and Postpartum

Dealing with sciatica during pregnancy can be a challenging and painful experience. It can also be challenging to experience postpartum sciatica.

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The Black Maternal Mortality Rate Crisis and the Organizations Championing Change

According to the CDC, black mothers in the U.S. die at three to four times the rate of white mothers, one of the widest of all racial disparities in women's health.

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How to survive your first week with your newborn

I spoke to a new mom a few weeks ago who got to the hospital at 8:23 am, gave birth at 10:45 am and was released at 5 pm. She was so happy to be in her own home with her new babe. I ask her about her recovery after which she just looked at me clueless.

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How to Prepare for Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is natural but it doesn’t come naturally. It only looks easy on Instagram. Successful breastfeeding is a science, it all comes down to proper latching.

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How to Prepare for Postpartum if you're having a Planned C Section

If you are like me and your c section is planned ahead of time, it means you can plan for your postpartum period.

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