Why “mom brain” is actually a good thing
More than just a time of mental fogginess, motherhood can be a time of remarkable, positive neural transformation.
More than just a time of mental fogginess, motherhood can be a time of remarkable, positive neural transformation.
Adding a new member to the family is a big deal—and it can come with both excitement and uncertainty. Who will this new little person be and how will your older child respond to them?
During the first few days after delivery, a surprising amount of your time and brainspace will be dedicated to figuring out how to feed your baby.
Pregnancy is kind of a perfect storm for constipation. If you’re struggling, consider these tips from perinatal dietitian Stephanie Middleberg, MS, RD, CDN, and pelvic floor physical therapist Natalia Avelar, DPT, PRPC, Cert. MDT:
Everyone has changes in their blood sugar and blood pressure when they’re pregnant—you’re creating a body with your body after all.
With so many books, websites, apps, and podcasts for pregnant people, how do you choose?
You can get ahead of the discomfort and make your postpartum experience a little easier by working on mobility and strengthening exercises now.
We asked top pelvic floor physical therapist Natalia Avelar, PT, DPT, PRPC, Cert. MDT, what you can do now to prepare for labor.
As long as your doctor or midwife approves, you can do these exercises as frequently as once a day.
Stock your freezer with easy, delicious, and nutrient-dense foods to support your postpartum recovery.