Breastfeeding is a natural process, but it is not without a need for education and practice. Many parents wonder about what is normal, how to tell if a baby is eating enough, and how to deal with the physical changes of lactation. When beginning to breastfeed, tenderness and breast engorgement…
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Postpartum Mental Health Basics
With all that happens in birth and the immediate postpartum period, increased emotions are natural. “Baby blues” is the term for a mild change in your emotional state in the first couple of weeks postpartum. Mood swings, irritability, feeling overwhelmed, and tearfulness may last up to two weeks. If symptoms…
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Postpartum Healing Basics
The first weeks postpartum are a time for slowing down, healing, and practicing as much self-care as possible. In this post you will learn what to expect and what to be aware of in the first weeks postpartum. While the postpartum experience is always unique, there are many common experiences…
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Preventing and Treating Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is a common issue for all babies to experience at one time or another. The good news is there are time-tested ways to help. While all babies sometimes experience diaper rash, babies with sensitive skin may struggle more. Causes include: To prevent and treat diaper rash: The best…