You study new skills for work or school, you practice driving to get your license, but when it comes to becoming a new dad, you may feel at a loss and underprepared for this daunting new role. All too …
As a new mom, your health may be the last thing on your mind. Caring for your infant is a full-time job, and your needs can easily take a back seat to your baby’s needs. However, it is important to …
Congratulations on your new baby! You’re most likely having visitors, taking phone calls from excited friends and relatives, and maybe even taking care of another child. If you’ve chosen to breastfeed your baby, breastfeeding may be a new priority with …
Having a baby is a life-changing experience. The range of emotions that a new mom feels from day to day includes joy, fear, sadness, excitement, anxiety, etc. While this emotional journey is normal thanks to the combination of hormone changes …
If you’re nursing, you’ve probably heard that breast milk is the “perfect food.” While that is generally true, the nutritional content of breast milk is greatly influenced by your diet. One essential nutrient for a new baby is DHA (docosahexaenoic …
Many new moms have questions about breastfeeding nutrition. What is the best diet for a nursing mom? Do I really burn extra calories while breastfeeding? Do I need to give my baby vitamin D drops or can she get all …
