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PPD vs. Baby Blues: Know the Difference

Feeling tearful or overwhelmed is common after giving birth, but if you notice these feelings lingering, it could be Postpartum Depression (PPD). You don’t have to navigate these feelings alone, and help is available once you know the difference between PPD vs. Baby Blues. Key Takeaways for Knowing if it’s Postpartum Depression or Baby Blues […]

Pelvic Floor 101: Pregnancy and Postpartum

The pelvic floor is a group of 26 muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and rectum. During pregnancy and postpartum recovery, these muscles are under significant stress. Here is what expecting and new parents need to know about pelvic floor health and when to see a specialist. There’s a growing understanding of its importance in […]

7 Power Breakfasts for New Parents

updated Nov 16, 2025– Everyone has a favorite dinner they like to bring when a new baby is born, but breakfast sets a healthy tone for the whole day. Here are 7 power breakfasts perfect for postpartum parents, families with twins or anyone in need of a healthy morning meal. Coffee (Yes, Even If Breastfeeding)Caffeine […]

Surgeon General’s Advisory: Parenting is a Health Issue

In 2024, the Surgeon General issued a warning that parenting is a health issue and it sounded like a turning point. Finally, the government acknowledged what parents live every day. But here we are over a year later and little has changed. No new advisories, no sweeping legislation and federal family leave remains unpaid. A […]

Why You Want a Birthing Friendly Hospital

A Birthing Friendly Hospital is a CMS designation awarded to hospitals that meet evidence-based standards for maternal care quality and equity. It is the first federal designation of its kind and a meaningful marker when choosing where to deliver. In June 2022 the White House unveiled the Blueprint for Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis, which […]