The period known as the “babymoon” can be blissful, but it’s short. New motherhood can be surprisingly stressful. Why are new moms stressed? There can be many factors. Some of the most common: Postpartum hormonal ups and downs Concerns over mothering skills (Am I doing it right!?) Lack of support from family or the baby’s [...]

The birth of a new baby is a joyous occasion for many. However, it can also be stressful and a difficult transition as well. Some may experience baby blues for a few days or weeks, while others may experience postpartum depression. What’s the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression? Due to sleep deprivation and [...]

Exercising after Childbirth By Ari Brown MD and Michele Hakakha MD Adapted from their new book, Expecting 411 One of the most common questions we get from women is this one: “After I deliver, when can I start exercising again?” We’ve all see the Kate Hudson types in Hollywood go back to being stick thin [...]

Nursing after Cesarean After a  baby is born by Cesarean section, many moms are concerned that nursing after Cesarean would be much more difficult than if the baby had been born vaginally. Thankfully, with a little help, (from lactation consultants, La Leche League leaders and others), babies and moms can learn to nurse after a [...]