Colostrum is Milk

It’s August, which means its Breastfeeding Awareness Month. All month long we’ll share posts about breastfeeding what to expect, the challenges as well as the success stories. And we’re starting with a PSA: Colostrum is Milk. If you’re a new mom and someone says “ wait until your milk comes in”.

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Postpartum: When to Call the Doctor (And When to Chill)

Ah, postpartum: the designated and sacred time after a mother gives birth, and the recovery period as she adjusts to her new baby and new life.

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How to have a Baby on a Tight Budget

The U.S. inflation rate reached 8.6 percent in May 2022, its highest level since December 1981, the U.S. Department of Labor reported on June 10. Higher inflation means your take home pay is less and with gas and food prices increasing.

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Who Gets an Abortion in the US?

We all agree that women should have complete autonomy over their bodies and their ability to make their own health decisions. But when we remove access to abortion, it is akin to removing other key parts of women’s health care that limit our autonomy.

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How to Manage the Summer Heat during your Pregnancy

Being pregnant in the summer is hard for many, and it can even be dangerous. You know how uncomfortable you are now, just think about when the temperature goes up a couple degrees!

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What is Postpartum Psychosis

Postpartum psychosis is a mental illness that occurs in women who have just given birth. Typically, it occurs within days or weeks of giving birth, but it can definitely happen later on, as well.

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How to Sleep Comfortably During Pregnancy

Sleeping on your left hand side is highly recommended. By the time the second trimester comes along, sleeping on your left hand side will benefit you and your baby greatly.