How Common Birth Interventions Affect Breastfeeding Relationships

There are many ways to give birth. When most women think of the “how” behind birthing, we think of natural versus medicated, or vaginal versus C-Section. But the truth is, there are many medical birth interventions that fall somewhere in the middle, creating various combinations of birth.

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3 Tips to Remember When Breastfeeding for the First Time

If you’re a first time mom - or just a first time breastfeeder, you might be wondering what you need to be doing to prepare for breastfeeding.

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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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