Tag: postpartum
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The Comparison Trap: Why Prioritizing Your Mental Health Is the Best Thing You Can Do as a Mom
Picture this: You’re scrolling through Instagram during a rare quiet moment, coffee in hand, when you see it—another mom, perfectly put together, kitchen spotless, kids dressed in coordinating organic linen outfits, posting about their homemade sourdough and Montessori-inspired craft hour. Meanwhile, you’re debating whether reheating your coffee for the third time counts as self-care. Welcome…
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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…