Congratulations! You have a new baby and have decided to breastfeed. I applaud your decision because breastfeeding offers many benefits for you and your baby. Michelle Carlson, RN, IBCLC, certified lactation consultant, discusses the common challenges of breastfeeding discomfort and what to do:
Breastfeeding: Help for Painful Nipples
Topics: Pregnancy, New Moms, Parenting, Breastfeeding
What Does Baby Need for the First Few Weeks?
Topics: Pregnancy, Women's Health, Infant Care
If you're expecting a baby, you may be overwhelmed when you think of all the items you need to prepare to bring home for your new bundle of joy. What does a baby really need in the first weeks at home? The answer is - not as much as you may think! Dr. Cynthia Boes with Lake Health Women's Health Specialists shares the basic baby needs checklist she recommends for her new parents:
Dealing with Morning Sickness
Topics: Pregnancy, Women's Health
Nausea during pregnancy - sometimes called morning sickness - is typically one of the most experienced and complained about symptoms that women report. Dr. Christine Slotta, an OB/GYN physician with Lake Health Physician Group Women's Health Specialists, shares the advice she gives to her patients for dealing with nausea during pregnancy:
How Do You Plan for a Healthy Pregnancy?
Topics: Pregnancy, New Moms, Parenting, Women's Health
What can you do ahead of time to help you have a healthy pregnancy? Dr. Simone Majetich, a family physician with Lake Health Physician Group SOM Center Primary Care, shares some advice she gives to her patients: