Tag: maternal health
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What I Discovered About Breastfeeding: A Man’s Insight
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with surprises, and I certainly didn’t anticipate how intricate breastfeeding would be. My wife, Sarah, had bottle-fed our first two children due to various circumstances. During her first experience, her demanding job left no room for pumping, and after our second was born, surgery and medication affected…
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Zika Virus: Countries Urge Women to Delay Pregnancy as Outbreak Spreads
Get Pregnant Fast In recent weeks, the Zika virus has become a growing concern, prompting officials in several countries to advise women to postpone pregnancy. The mosquito-borne disease, which has rapidly spread since its emergence in Brazil, poses significant risks, particularly for expectant mothers. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the virus is…
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Birth Trauma Left Me Terrified of Delivering Again
Get Pregnant Fast I have a deep-rooted fear of childbirth. This may seem like an overreaction to some, but for me, it’s a genuine terror that consumes my thoughts. While it’s normal for many women to feel anxious about the process of bringing a new life into the world — pain, stretching, potential surgery —…
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This Mom’s Viral Water Birth Video Redefines the Birthing Experience
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where the narrative around childbirth often leans towards the dramatic—filled with fear and pain—one mom’s viral video is challenging that perception. This captivating clip features a serene water birth that showcases the beauty and tranquility of bringing new life into the world. Midwife Sarah Thompson shared the heartwarming video…
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It’s Disheartening That We Still Need to “Normalize” Public Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Carter Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 7, 2023 Not long ago, I found myself chuckling at the trend of celebrities taking a stand for breastfeeding by doing it in public. The idea is that high-profile figures can help diminish the stigma surrounding public nursing. Yet, despite breastfeeding being…
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Even Though I’ve Breastfed a Toddler, I Still Feel Anxious About Nursing My Newborn
Get Pregnant Fast I’m a proud mother of two wonderful children. My youngest will turn 4 this summer, but it was just last January that I finally weaned him after a long breastfeeding journey. The weaning process was a significant challenge, leaving me feeling physically drained and emotionally overwhelmed. There were plenty of tears—both from…
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Congress Enacts Landmark Legislation to Support Mothers Battling Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant step forward, a groundbreaking bill aimed at assisting mothers suffering from postpartum depression (PPD) has successfully passed through Congress. After receiving approval from the House of Representatives on November 30 and the Senate just yesterday, the Bringing Postpartum Depression Out of the Shadows Act is now officially law. This…
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I’m Expecting, But I’m Not Helpless: Please Stop Telling Me What to Do
Get Pregnant Fast Ever since I shared the news of my pregnancy, I can’t seem to escape the unsolicited advice urging me to sit down and take it easy. While I appreciate the concern, it often leaves me feeling guilty for wanting to engage in everyday activities. It’s understandable; seeing a pregnant woman tends to…
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Breastfeeding, Formula Feeding—What’s the Big Deal?
Get Pregnant Fast As we observe “World Breastfeeding Week” and “National Breastfeeding Month,” it’s a moment to honor the act of nursing, eliminate the stigma surrounding public breastfeeding, and enlighten others about the advantages of breastfeeding. These initiatives are undeniably important. However, for mothers like myself who couldn’t breastfeed their children, this month often evokes…