Why Is Postpartum Care So Important?
What is the importance of postpartum care, and why isn't it just a "nice to have"?
Maintaining that Pregnancy Glow: a Guide to Pregnancy-Safe Skincare
The pregnancy glow is one of the greatest benefits during pregnancy - here are some practical tips to keep you glowing in a pregnancy-safe way.
3 Mindfulness Meditation Practices for Pregnancy and Beyond
Mindfulness meditation is inherently spiritual and is rooted in Buddhist practice; however, regardless of your religious and spiritual affiliation, practicing mindfulness meditation has many benefits for anyone – including during and after pregnancy.
The Mental and Physical Ripples in the Birthing Experience That No One’s Told You About (Yet)
What can you expect after the birth? You might have heard that there’s some residual bleeding…but just how much? What about the swelling, tearing, and the hair loss? Read on for a detailed list of every little thing you might experience, postpartum.
Let's Talk about the History of Postpartum Care in the U.S.
Even before the celeb moms started talking about it on Instagram, postpartum care was considered essential but often overlooked. Thankfully, the awareness surrounding the importance of proper recovery in the “4th trimester” is higher than ever - read on to learn about how postpartum care started, and how it has evolved through history.
The Cycle Continues: Post-Baby Periods
They’re back! After a 40-week break, your periods are looming on the horizon, waiting to return and signal fertility once again. So, what are the most essential things you need to know? In this article, we answer some of the most frequently answered questions so that you can get a head start on what to expect.
Pursuing Your Olympic-Inspired Fitness Kick: Postpartum Edition
Watching the Olympics, you may begin to wonder if you, too, can test out your Olympic fantasy. However, postpartum exercise may not be as simple as watching the Games and feeling inspired to show up at the gym to crush a crazy workout. Your body has undergone an incredible feat of delivering a child, and working out may be a little different now.
Postpartum Bods are Bikini Bods
New moms are constantly exposed to headlines like "the best swimsuits to hide postpartum pooch." But the changes your body undergoes do not make you less deserving of donning a bikini (if you please) this summer.
Fourth of July: Indulgence of the Summer
Bring on the 4th of July BBQ! From fries to burgers to all those red, white, and blue desserts, we have all the tips on what foods will keep mom and baby safely (and happily) nourished. Happy 4th!