The most common headache is a tension headache that usually comes as the result of stress, anxiety or muscle strains. They range from unpleasant to debilitating. It can be hard to tell the difference between sinus versus migraine headaches. Early treatment can help reduce or eliminate the headache but if you don’t know which kind…
Finding a breast lump in pregnancy can be very scary, and a lot of things may be in your head right now. BUT, don’t fill yourself with too much worry and anxiety. Having breast cancer while pregnant is rare, even more so for women under 35 years old. Furthermore, you will experience a lot of…
Our hypothyroidism symptoms checklist below will help you with knowing the signs of having this condition. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone to meet your body’s needs. When this happens, a lot of the body’s functions will slow down. What is the thyroid? The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped…
Using breastfeeding as birth control can be done but there is still a possibility that you can become pregnant. Even if done perfect, there is a 2% chance you can become pregnant. There are very strict guidelines to follow if you hope to use breastfeeding for birth control. Doctors refer to the breastfeeding birth control method…
Breast milk color is often thought to be white. So, when you notice a different colored substance coming out of your breast, it’s understandable to be concerned. Breast Milk Color: Different Colors Are Normal Yes, breast milk can be different colors! It’s quite normal for breast milk to be yellowish and even change color over…
Breastfeeding Let Down In terms of breastfeeding, “let down” is a good thing. It is a reflex that the body uses to let mom know that the mammary glands are ready to release the milk they have produced. Let Down Reflex The let down reflex can be indicated by a tingling sensation. If the breasts are full…
The best way to increase breast milk supply fast is to increase the frequency of pumping and direct feeding. This method has the strongest science to back it up. You will also want to maintain a healthy lifestyle and make sure you are eating enough food and drinking enough water. You should pump every 2…
Despite evidence showing the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine at protecting people from hospital admissions and deaths from Covid infection, there is still a lot of misinformation surrounding Covid-19 and the Covid-19 Vaccine. Here we address some common myths surrounding vaccination. Fiction: The COVID-19 Vaccine affects fertility Fact: The COVID-19 vaccine will not affect fertility….
Postpartum doula services can be incredibly helpful both during the birth of your baby, but especially after you have had the baby. In addition to emotional support, a new mother will need physical support with infant care. The care of your baby can be exhausting in the postpartum period. A postpartum doula services contract is…
A painful breast from breastfeeding is a problem that many people face. There are a few different causes for this and each cause of breastfeeding pain has a different treatment. Clogged Milk Duct A clogged duct from breastfeeding can cause breast pain. A clogged milk duct can feel like a small bump on the breast….