Symptoms of Postpartum Anxiety
Becoming a new parent is a rollercoaster of emotions, and it’s common to feel a bit anxious amidst the excitement. However, when worry starts to consume your thoughts and affects your daily life, it might be more than just typical new-parent jitters. Postpartum...
Dealing with Fertility Struggles: What to Say When People Keep Asking About Kids
Conversations about starting a family, though well-intentioned, can be a minefield for those facing fertility challenges. Answering questions about having children when experiencing difficulties conceiving is a delicate balance between openness and privacy. Let’s...
How to deal with gender disappointment
Welcoming a child into the world is an incredible journey filled with dreams, hopes, and a whirlwind of emotions. But what happens when the gender reveal doesn’t align with your expectations? Firstly, let’s take a collective deep breath and acknowledge that feeling a...
From NICU to Home: Transitioning and Thriving
The car pulls away from the hospital, your precious bundle finally secure in their car seat. Relief washes over you, mixed with a nervous flutter in your stomach. You're home. But this "home" feels different, filled with unfamiliar equipment and the looming silence of...
Tips to start connecting with your baby during pregnancy
Ah, the marvelous adventure of pregnancy—a time brimming with wonder, anticipation, and that magical bond forming between you and your little one. Amidst the flutter of excitement and the gentle flutterings within, there’s a beautiful opportunity to start nurturing a...
Empowering NICU Parents: Strategies for Self-Care
Imagine yourself running a marathon. You wouldn't attempt it without proper training, hydration, and rest, would you? Yet, many NICU parents run marathons of the heart every day, fueled by love and fueled by worry. But here's the thing, dear parent: taking care of...
Tips to Get Some Alone Time As A New Mom
Amidst the joyful chaos of caring for your newborn, finding a moment to recharge and nurture yourself is crucial. Here are some practical and achievable tips to carve out precious alone time: Establish a Routine: Setting a predictable schedule can help you plan...
Coping with Emotions in the NICU: A Mental Health Perspective
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a place of miracles and anxieties, hopes and heartbeats. For parents, it's a whirlwind of unfamiliar medical equipment, beeping monitors, and tiny fingers clinging to life. And amidst it all, a kaleidoscope of emotions swirls...
Healing Emotional Wounds After Birth Trauma: Tips to Cope
Bringing a new life into the world is a momentous occasion, but sometimes the journey to that moment can leave emotional scars. Birth trauma, whether from a difficult delivery, unexpected complications, or a distressing birthing experience, can linger long after the...
Things I Wish My Partner Knew About Being A New Mom
Being a mom has been one of the most eye-opening experiences I’ve had - in every way possible. In the soft embrace of our home, amidst the gentle hum of family life, I often find myself reflecting on the beautiful chaos that is being a new mom. I love being a mother....
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