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Signs & Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Hands & Fingers

Different from the normal arthritis that occurs with aging, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the immune system attacks the tissues surrounding the joints. This disease can strike at any age, even in children. Having family members with the disease is considered a risk factor, according to the Mayo Clinic. Most often, the first signs of this disease appear in the hands.

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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 and…

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Working Your Core During Pregnancy

Having strong abdominal muscles is important for men and women alike, however it is especially important for women when they become pregnant. If your abdominal muscles are flabby it forces the back muscles to compensate by taking on extra work to support the spine. When you are pregnant and carrying extra weight the lower back is strained even more,so the stronger your abdominals are the easier it will be on your lower back.