Placentophagy, or the consumption of one’s placenta – typically in pill form – has gained a great...
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Study Finds Gestational Diabetes May Increase Your Risk of Postpartum Depression
Statistics suggest that around 1 in 7 women experience postpartum depression after giving birth...
6 Ways to Breastfeed Your Baby
Although breastfeeding is the most natural way to provide nutrients to your baby, it takes practice...
New Study Finds Evidence that Postpartum Depression may be Long-Lasting for Some Mothers
According to the UNC Center for Women’s Mood Disorders, about 10 to 15 percent of all mothers...
Study: Most Moms Wait At Least Six Weeks Postpartum To Have Sex
Sexual intercourse is a very important part of any relationship. For this reason, some mothers may...
More Mothers Breastfeeding for Longer Periods, CDC Says
It seems that the message “breast is best” is making some serious waves, according to the Centers...
New Dads More At Risk For Future Health Complications Due To Weight Than New Moms
For new moms, there is a lot of pressure to drop the baby weight, not just for appearance purposes...
Jillian Michaels Offers Tips for Exercising During Pregnancy
Exercise and pregnancy…it’s the catalyst for every pregnant woman. In order to stave excessive...
Study: Breastfeeding May Decrease High Blood Pressure Risk for Moms
Breastfeeding benefits aren’t limited to babies. More and studies are highlighting the benefits for...
New Study Finds Increased Stroke Risks During and After Pregnancy
Stres have become an increasing problem in U.S. population over the last several years. Current...
Grant Awarded to St. Joseph Scientist to Develop Device that Will Prevent Post-Partum Hemorrhaging
Post-partum hemorrhaging is one of the most common and dangerous risks to women after ivery. While...