The Women, Infants and Children’s program, frequently referred to as WIC, is a supplemental food and nutrition program for pregnant women, new moms, and children under the age of 5...
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If you are approaching your third trimester of pregnancy, be sure to talk to you doctor or midwife about the importance of perineal massage, the ancient practice of manual massage...
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What is Pregnancy Medicaid? Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program for low-income families who have no medical insurance or inadequate insurance. All states offer Medicaid or a program similar...
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It is important to understand that this is a broad term for the wide range of emotions a woman can experience after having a baby. Postpartum mood disorders are normally...
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Mood swings after the birth of a baby are not uncommon. While the “baby blues” are the least severe form of postpartum depression, it is important not to ignore the...
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You’ve just endured seemingly endless hours of labor and pain that only a momma who has given birth can know and understand, and now you have this new bundle of...
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First-time parents often struggle with the challenge of preparing for the responsibilities that come with parenthood. Talking with other parents can help. They can help you develop a baby checklist...
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Perhaps your six month old has not rolled over yet, but the infant development chart shows that some babies start rolling over at five months. Or possibly your neighbor’s eleven...
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When babies are born, their eyes and brain are not yet fully developed. Their eyes and visual cortex continue to grow as the brain grows. Are there specially formulated vitamins...
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The Benefits of Midwives Midwives are health care professional who provides an array of health care services for women including gynecological examinations, contraceptive counseling, prescriptions, and labor and delivery care....
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