Tag: postpartum
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Going Back to Work
Going back to work is a daunting task after giving birth. Here are tips on smoothing the transition from new mom to working mother. Plan your Leave Most mothers give birth between their 38th and 41st week of pregnancy. Ask your maternity provider how close to your due date they think you’ll deliver. Plan to…
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A Mother’s Postpartum Care
Don’t get lost in the shuffle of new parenthood. It is important for mothers to take care of their health for themselves and for their children. The first postpartum woman’s visit should take place within three weeks of giving birth, sooner if there were complications. Topics Covered in Postpartum Care Physical Health The physical assessment…
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Going Home After Giving Birth
You’ve got your baby. What else do you need? Here’s a short list. Sanitary Napkins After giving birth, your uterus will give off flow called lochia. Lochia is similar to your period but longer and heavier. During your hospital stay, you’ll be provided with pads and underwear. But, upon going home, you’ll need your own.…
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Postpartum Gifts and Support
Choosing what to get parents-to-be can be a daunting task. Baby showers are more of a communal experience. The focus is on expectant mothers, giving advice, and celebrating. But what about after the party? How can you make sure families feel supported and have everything they need to start off right? Here’s a short list…
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The Fourth Trimester
4th Trimester: How to feel Successful Postpartum The fourth trimester is a term coined by pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp. It is the first three months postpartum. This is an adjustment time for the whole family and a time for newborns to get acclimated to life outside their mothers’ womb. Feeding Your Baby Infants must feed…
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