Posts Tagged ‘postpartum’
What to Put in a Postpartum Care Package (11 Ideas That a New Mom Will Truly Appreciate)
When someone in your life has a new baby, it can be hard to know how to support them. When you love someone, you want to show how much you care about them, especially in a new stage of life. So, where do you start? New moms need to know that they are loved, especially…
Read More5 Fantastic Things to Do with Your Placenta Instead of Toss It
The placenta is truly amazing. This specialized organ helped your baby grow and thrive while in your womb. It supplied nutrients, blood, and oxygen. It helped transfer waste and kept out germs. It created life inside you. The placenta deserves to be appreciated and celebrated. Plus, it can even provide many benefits postpartum. But, how…
Read MoreKidney Stones During Pregnancy and Postpartum: What You Need to Know
Currently expecting and having extreme pain in your flank? Wondering if kidney stones are a common postpartum complication? Kidney stones can bring you down to your knees in pain and tears. But they’re actually more common than you would think during and after pregnancy. So, how do you know for sure that you’re passing a…
Read MoreWhat Is a Doula? (And Why You Should Have One)
Been hearing the term “doula” amongst all your pregnant friends, and curious as to what this “doula” is? Or, maybe you’re wondering how a doula can improve your birth or postpartum recovery? You already have so many decisions to make regarding your birth, trying to make it the safest, most positive experience for you and…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Red Raspberry Leaf Tea During Pregnancy
Have you heard that you should drink red raspberry leaf tea during pregnancy? Curious as to how it helps or what it even is? Raspberry leaf tea can do so much for your pregnancy, labor, and even just your health in general. But, what is it exactly that makes red raspberry leaf tea so special?…
Read More3 Easy Freezer Meals to Make Before Baby is Here
Are you wanting to alleviate as much stress as possible after your new baby is here? Looking for some simple, nutritious recipes that will keep you from spending hours in the kitchen? Freezer meals will help save your sanity when you’re sleep deprived, knee deep in dirty diapers, and have a newborn baby attached to…
Read More8 Shocking Things That Can Happen Postpartum
You took the childbirth classes and read all the pregnancy books. You have your birth plan written up and the nursery is all set up and ready for your new baby. But have you looked into what will go on with you and your body during your postpartum journey? I really didn’t, and I wish I…
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