Birth Networks

05/02/2018

From the abstract... "To optimize the health of women and infants, postpartum care should become an ongoing process, rather than a single encounter, with services and support tailored to each woman’s individual needs. It is recommended that all women have contact with their obstetrician–gynecologists or other obstetric care providers within the first 3 weeks postpartum. "

https://www.acog.org/Clinical-Guidance-and-Publications/Committee-Opinions/Committee-on-Obstetric-Practice/Optimizing-Postpartum-Care

05/02/2018

Yes! It's about time we recognize the needs of new mothers in the fourth trimester!

Ob-Gyns are making a radical change to healthcare recommendations for the fourth trimester to give new moms have the postpartum care they need.

02/13/2018

Love this!

02/06/2018

Becoming a parent is a time where we need more help and support than ever. A mother’s body is exhausted during childbirth. She is often sleep deprived, in pain from breastfeeding, in pain from the …

02/03/2018

The most exciting and also terrifying time for couples is the birth of their first baby. While most of the attention is focused on the well being of the mother, I’ve noticed that many dads ca…

01/26/2018

This baby girl is absolutely adorable - and so is her dad!

01/24/2018

When the Honeymoon Phase Ends The honeymoon period is the time in your relationship where you are still on a high. It’s a magical time. You’ve been bit by the love bug. You feel that THIS partner i…

01/24/2018

A courageous mother, Jessica Porten, posted an experience she recently had when she tried to get help for postpartum depression. She shared her story on Facebook, and it quickly vent viral. Her pos…

01/24/2018

Increased Sensitivity – A Challenge New Parents Face You have just had your first baby. You and your partner prepared for this and yet you have been smacked in the face by reality – the reality tha…

01/22/2018

An incredible journey for Ina May Gaskin

01/21/2018

Serena Williams should serve as an example for other new moms, experts say.