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  • Letter from the Editor: The First 42 Days

    42 days. 1,008 hours. That’s how long birth mothers are expected to wait before seeing a doctor after childbirth. It's past time we do something to change that.

  • The Life-Changing Magic of Doing Absolutely Nothing Postpartum

    What if, instead of assaulting new moms with messages of how they can get organized and sleep train and meal plan and work out more, we just gave permission for new moms to do… nothing?

  • The Many Phases of Your Post-Baby Body, Explained

    You may have thought that when your baby was delivered the belly would, well, disappear? At least you didn't expect to still look a few months pregnant, right? Here's a real look at the changes your body goes through in the first year postpartum.

  • What Postpartum Care Looks Like Around the World, and Why the U.S. Is…

    In America we celebrate pregnancy, but what happens after you give birth? We're looking at post-childbirth care practices around the world to see where the United States is missing the mark.

  • The 7 Most Comfortable Pajamas for Nursing

    When you're responsible for feeding your newborn 8 to 12 times in a 24-hour period, it's worth finding the most comfy, easily accessible, great for breastfeeding options for all your clothes — including your pajamas. We've rounded up the most comfortable options here, so you can focus on feeding your baby and getting some rest!

  • The Hidden Blessing of Having a Newborn During the COVID-19 Outbreak

    The uncertainty of what will happen during the coronavirus outbreak has everyone on edge, including parents who want to protect their children. In a somewhat surprising - but certainly welcome! - turn of events, my newborn is helping me to stay calm and appreciative in the moment.

  • The Postpartum Struggle for Self-Care Is Real

    I knew that many of my needs would be put aside when I had the baby. I knew that I would need a lot of help. But I didn't know how difficult even the most basic level of self-care would be.

  • 8 Postpartum Panties You’ll Love

    Finding the right postpartum underwear could help make life after delivering your baby feel more normal.

  • Exercises You Can Do Right After Having a Baby (It’s Not What You Think!)

    In the early days after birth, exercise may not be on the top of your priority list, but taking a little bit of time each day can help you build up the strength of your pelvic floor (no more accidentally peeing yourself!) and gain stability.

  • Why I Almost Gave Up on Breastfeeding 2 Days After My Son Was Born

    An interaction with one of my nurses at the hospital destroyed my confidence and made breastfeeding into something I dreaded. In the end, I found my way back to breastfeeding, but no mother should have to be made to feel a failure for struggling.

  • Padsicles: How to Make Them, How To Use Them, Why We Love Them

    If you're a first-time mom-to-be you may never have heard of the term "padsicle." We're here to tell you what they are, how to make them, how to use them, and why this might be the best postpartum supply to have on hand.

  • 21 Ingredients Every Busy Parent Needs on Hand for Quick, Healthy…

    While you're busy with diapers and feedings and trying to get something resembling sleep, being responsible for dinner can feel like an insurmountable obstacle. We've got you covered with 21 ingredients to make meals simple and fast, without sacrificing health.

  • The Best Postpartum Exercises to Do Right Now

    When it comes to postnatal exercises, some are better than others. We'll tell you the best ones for your postpartum bod.

  • Saying Adieu to Your Postpartum Belly (but Celebrating It, Too)

    If your postpartum belly persists long after your baby is born, know that you're not alone. We'll tell you what to expect and how you can safely shrink it.

  • Why Sitz Baths Should Definitely Be Part of Your Postpartum Care

    A sitz bath postpartum can help to alleviate pain and encourage healing of the perineal area. Whether your discomfort is caused by an episiotomy, tearing, hemorrhoids, or just the general result of birthing another human, a sitz bath can be the secret to relief.

  • What You Need to Know About Postpartum Anxiety

    The baby blues are common, but they usually only last a couple weeks. If you're dealing with longer-term, severe worry and symptoms that are getting in the way of life with baby, you may have postpartum anxiety. Fortunately, there's treatment that can help.

  • A Complete Guide to Pumping Breast Milk for Your Baby

    Whether you're pumping once a day or at every feeding, different situations call for different guidelines. We'll tell you how often you should pump depending on various factors.

  • The Breastfeeding Mom’s Guide to Using Cabbage Leaves

    Cabbage leaves have been used for centuries — and recommended for decades by lactation consultants — for breastfeeding issues like mastitis, engorgement, and weaning. We'll give you step-by-step instructions.

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