Pregnancy and impending parenthood can make your heart skip a beat or two. It can make your heart sing or tear at your heartstrings. But how does pregnancy affect your heart health? And how can you protect yourself, and...
There is nothing more exciting than expecting a sweet new baby. There is also nothing more exhausting than waking up with that sweet baby and feeding them every one to three hours in those first few weeks! On top...
A little over 3.5 years is how much of my life I have collectively dedicated to breastfeeding my three little ones. I breastfed my oldest daughter for 18 months and my son for 15 months. My baby girl just...
My life changed forever on June 5, 2020, when we welcomed our first baby during the height of COVID-19. This pregnancy was nothing like what I thought it would be. It started with solo OB appointments, solo ultrasounds, a...
Heather Bernstein spent hours making sure that her son Grayson’s "party animal" themed first birthday party was completely perfect — and it was. But shortly after the guests left and the smash cake a distant memory, a few uncomfortable...
Breastfeeding can be challenging as it is, but bring a painful condition like mastitis into the mix, and it can quickly become a nursing nightmare. Typically caused by a clogged milk duct, inflammatory mastitis may develop if the blockage...
After delivering their sweet bundle of joy, new parents are often overcome with feelings of excitement (and sheer exhaustion). Hyper-focused on their newborn, ensuring that all is healthy when it comes to baby's sleep schedule and feeding habits. But...
Motherhood is better than I’ve ever dreamed. It’s one of the best gifts I’ve ever received, and I try to soak up every little moment I can with kids. However, as a new mom of three, it can be...
It's true what they say — in order to be the best mom you can be, it is imperative to take care of yourself, too. Pregnancy and childbirth can come with a slew of challenges and complications, some of...
“You are presenting like you are having a heart attack.” Those are the last words I truly remember before my body went into shock and denial. How could a healthy, fit 41-year-old be having a heart attack?
My 2022 Labor...
As I write this, my son is turning 5. I’m not quite sure how to sum it up, but having a son has exceeded what I ever thought it would be. If you know me at all, I am...
In general, pregnancy can be fraught with worry and anxiety — from labor and delivery concerns to ensuring that you have everything prepared and in its place before baby comes. But add the term "high-risk pregnancy" into the mix,...