Tag: family wellbeing
-
Considering Hiring a Postpartum Doula?
Get Pregnant Fast You’re not alone! Many new parents find the transition into parenthood overwhelming, and that’s where a postpartum doula can be a game-changer. What is a Postpartum Doula? Essentially, they are professionals trained to support families during the early stages of parenthood. They can help with everything from calming a fussy baby to…
-
Why Maternity Leave in the United States Falls Short
Get Pregnant Fast When I welcomed my first child, I was employed at a small physical therapy clinic, where my maternity leave amounted to precisely zero days. I was aware of this policy before I got pregnant, but after a few months into my pregnancy, I inquired with my manager about the possibility of taking…
-
Why the UK’s Initiative for Free Parenting Classes is a Model We Should Embrace
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of child-rearing, the wisdom of Jackie Kennedy-Onassis resonates deeply: “If you bungle raising your children, I don’t think whatever else you do matters very much.” It’s a poignant reminder of the profound responsibility that comes with parenthood. Yet, despite the plethora of parenting books authored by so-called experts, there…
-
Mom’s Heartfelt Message to Parents: ‘Keep Sick Kids at Home’
Get Pregnant Fast In a poignant reminder of the importance of public health, a mother has shared her experience on Imgur to urge other parents to keep their sick children at home. Laura Martinez, a mother of a three-year-old named Sophie, recently faced a harrowing situation when her daughter ended up in the hospital due…