The birth of a baby is one of the most special moments in any parent’s life. And, as parents, you want to remember and celebrate this milestone event for your child. Baby showers and gender reveal parties tend to be some of the more common ways to do it, but you might want to find …
It’s hard to avoid the C-section shelf. It can happen with your first pregnancy, or it may not show up until you’re on your fourth baby. The causes of a C-section pooch are many and varied: The way your body heals the scar tissue, stretch marks from pregnancy that cause lax skin, and your fat …
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Keloids (pronounced ‘KEY-loids’, and also known as hypertrophic scars) are a form of scar tissue that is caused by trauma to the skin, like the incision site of a c-section. They can happen to anyone and on any part of the body, including the face. Keloids are usually seen in people who either have darker …
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Swimming can provide many health benefits, including strengthening muscles and improving cardiovascular health. The best thing you can do for yourself is follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and avoid too much strenuous activity when recovering from childbirth. If swimming sounds like something you want to try, be sure to consult with your OB first before …
Are you looking for a new way to deal with the pain of a C-section? One of the best ways of supporting your post c-section body is with a belly band. They wrap around your stomach and provide some gentle support as well as protection from rubbing against clothes. Having used a belly band after …
A c-section can be a trying time for women and can lead to many different physical complications. You can reduce the risk of these complications by opting for a postnatal massage. You should check with your doctor first if a massage is a good idea for you postpartum. He or she will tell you if …
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I’m sure you’ve heard that breast milk tastes different for everyone. It’s a common misconception that breast milk is supposed to taste salty, or sweet, or spicy, as if it were some kind of food product. It’s one of those taboo-like subjects – from a societal point of view we are conditioned to accept milk …
You have a closet full of cute clothes, a short-list of names and a birth plan in place. But, after the safe arrival of your first child and a few days’ rest in hospital, are you really ready to bring your baby home? The reality is most first-time parents aren’t prepared for the huge emotional …
Do you have a breastfeeding baby and want to get a tattoo? You are not alone! Many new mothers choose to get tattoos during this time. It is important to know the facts about getting tattoos while breastfeeding before you make your final decision. This article will discuss some of the benefits and risks of …
Pregnancy is a beautiful, yet challenging time for women. It can be exhilarating to know that you are carrying something so precious inside of you, but it also brings with it some uncomfortable symptoms. One of these is incontinence during pregnancy. Incontinence can happen in the third trimester, or after birth; both times when your …
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