Women deal with pregnancy issues throughout their lives. Either you worry about getting pregnant when you are not ready, or not getting pregnant when you finally want a child. Working women today might delay childbearing until they reach 40 and then that find getting pregnant can be work -- mixed in with some pleasure. The Fertility Slope You are born with all the eggs you will … [Read more...] about Difficulty Getting Pregnant at Age 40
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Difficulty Losing Weight After Pregnancy
Many moms dream of returning home from the hospital with their new baby and slipping right back into their skinny jeans. This dream, while understandable, is far from reality for many moms. In most cases, the process of returning your body to it's former glory is a long one that will not take place overnight. If you have been fighting the battle of the bulge since the birth of … [Read more...] about Difficulty Losing Weight After Pregnancy
Navigating Common Breastfeeding Concerns During the Uncertainty of a Pandemic
Breastfeeding can be complicated and difficult enough during “normal” times. However, new mothers’ concerns become magnified during a pandemic when in-person resources, like local breastfeeding classes, are not as available. As a certified lactation consultant, I’m here to help by sharing answers to the most common breastfeeding questions and concerns I receive from clients … [Read more...] about Navigating Common Breastfeeding Concerns During the Uncertainty of a Pandemic
Alcohol Addiction During Pregnancy
If you are addicted to alcohol and are pregnant, you must take serious measures to stop drinking. When you drink, so does your baby. No amount of alcohol is safe for your baby and can lead to serious complications. If you have been trying to stop drinking, your pregnancy can serve as the extra motivation you need. Effects of Alcohol Addiction During Pregnancy Not only can … [Read more...] about Alcohol Addiction During Pregnancy
Strep Throat Symptoms in Babies
Children who are past the toddler stage may be perfectly able to voice their concerns about the feeling in their throat. They can also respond to questions as you probe a child's symptoms. In this way, it can be easier to arrive at the suspicion of a strep throat infection in older children. But for a baby, who is unable to articulate feelings of soreness, parents and … [Read more...] about Strep Throat Symptoms in Babies