Tag: postpartum
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What I’ve Discovered About Postpartum Intimacy After Five Babies
Get Pregnant Fast In the whirlwind of postpartum life, intimacy can feel like a distant memory. After welcoming my fifth child, I’ve come to realize that sex is not the only way to connect with your partner. Foreplay starts long before you hit the bedroom; it can be as simple as sharing a glance while…
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Understanding Stretch Marks: Causes and Solutions
Get Pregnant Fast Stretch marks may not be entirely preventable, but there are ways to manage their appearance effectively. As your body undergoes changes, especially during pregnancy, your skin stretches significantly to accommodate the growing baby. This can lead to those familiar squiggly lines that many people experience. “Stretch marks are quite common during pregnancy;…
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How to Alleviate Breast Engorgement After Your Baby Arrives
Get Pregnant Fast Welcome to the exciting journey of motherhood! One of the many changes you might experience after giving birth is breast engorgement. This can be quite uncomfortable, but don’t worry—it’s a common issue and there are ways to find relief. What is Breast Engorgement? Breast engorgement occurs when your breasts become overly full…
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Navigating the Postpartum Journey While Recovering from an Eating Disorder
Get Pregnant Fast As a new mom, I found the postpartum phase especially challenging while working through my recovery from an eating disorder. My journey began at 17, and I struggled with anorexia for much of my twenties. For almost five years, I didn’t have a natural period, so when I discovered I was pregnant…
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The ‘4th Trimester’ Is Real—Here’s What Happens Postpartum
Get Pregnant Fast Just when you thought you’d reached the end of your pregnancy journey, you find out there’s another phase to navigate: the “4th trimester.” This term refers to the postpartum period that lasts from the moment your baby arrives until they turn three months old. It’s a time filled with significant changes for…
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Why Momcozy’s New Bra Collection is Your Perfect Summer Nursing Companion
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it, finding a comfortable bra can be quite the challenge, especially for new moms dealing with the ups and downs of breastfeeding. Between the tight straps, inconvenient closures, and those pesky postpartum sweat issues, slipping into a traditional bra can feel like torture. Thankfully, Momcozy is here to change that…
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When My Babies Arrived, the Connection I Expected Didn’t Materialize – The Reality No One Discusses
Get Pregnant Fast Everyone assured me that the moment I met my babies, I would experience an overwhelming bond. I anticipated feeling a deep, instant connection as soon as my twins were born. However, after a challenging pregnancy that culminated in an emergency C-section, the reality was different. As the doctors placed my tiny twins…
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Top Picks for Treating Postpartum Stretch Marks in 2023
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating postpartum recovery can be a wild ride, especially when it comes to the skin changes that come with it. If you’re dealing with stretch marks after giving birth, don’t fret! There are plenty of effective products out there to help you. Here’s a friendly guide to some of the best options…
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The Mental Health Crisis Among Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no surprise that a recent study reveals many mothers are facing a mental health crisis. The pressures of motherhood can be overwhelming, and it’s time to acknowledge that struggling isn’t a personal failure. As I navigated my own journey into motherhood, I found myself feeling isolated and sad, which is more…