Tag: postpartum
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Baby Milestones: Birth to Week 12
Birth to Week 4: The Newborn Stage Pediatricians often refer to the first month of a baby’s life as the “fourth trimester,” a period during which the baby adjusts to the outside world. During this time, newborns primarily focus on basic survival needs such as eating, sleeping, and bonding with caregivers. Some key baby milestones…
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Creating a Postpartum Plan
Bringing home a newborn is a joyous and transformative experience, but it also comes with its challenges. The postpartum period, often called the fourth trimester, is a crucial time for both the new parent and the baby as they adjust to their new life together. Creating a postpartum plan can help you prepare for this…