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Why do your breasts get so big and sore during pregnancy?

Why Your Breasts Get So Big And Sore During Pregnancy

Why do your breasts get so big and sore during pregnancy? ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ In early pregnancy, a bunch of stuff is happening to support your growing baby. You have lots of hormones rushing through your system, including progesterone and estrogen. ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ These hormones are causing your breasts to get bigger and that extreme soreness, […]

Does My Baby Need A Hat Right After Birth?

Does My Baby Need A Hat Right After Birth

⁣⁣⁣Does your baby need a hat right after birth? It’s common practice in a lot of hospitals, but did you know that it’s not always necessary. Putting a hat on your baby covers up that oxytocin triggering newborn smell! Smelling your baby’s head will help your body release more of the hormone oxytocin which will […]

Caffeine and Breastfeeding: Is it Safe to Drink Coffee While Nursing?

If You’ve Found Yourself Asking “Do Coffee And Breastfeeding Mix?“, The Short An...

If you’ve found yourself asking, “do coffee and breastfeeding mix?“, the short answer is yes – in moderation!⁣ It is generally considered safe to consume moderate amounts of caffeine while breastfeeding. Caffeine is present in many foods and drinks, including coffee, tea, chocolate, and soda. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that breastfeeding mothers can […]

Understanding the First Trimester: A Detailed Guide for Expectant Mothers

Understanding The First Trimester: A Detailed Guide For Expectant Mothers - Articles - 2024

Embarking on a pregnancy journey feels like stepping into a whole new world, one where your body and life as you know it start transforming right before your eyes. Whether it’s your first rodeo or you’ve been down this path before, no two pregnancies are ever the same. Each comes with its own set of […]

Informed Consent

What Is Informed Consent

⁣Informed consent is a very important topic in a hospital setting. Possibly THE most important topic. ⁣⁣ It’s the process of giving a patient all the information about a procedure or therapy and making sure the patient understands and agrees to the said procedure. It does not have to be written consent!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ “An informed […]

The Science Behind an Evolving Baby Bump: A Closer Look at Pregnancy

The Science Behind An Evolving Baby Bump: A Closer Look At Pregnancy - Articles - 2024

The Evolving Ebb and Versatility of the Expectant Belly: A Journey into the Science of Pregnancy Have you ever marveled at the fascinating transformation an expectant mother’s body undergoes? We’ve all noticed or experienced it, and while it’s beautiful, understanding the science behind the evolving baby bump is intriguing and helps put prospective moms at […]

Jaundice In A Newborn

Jaundice In A New Born

Ever seen a newborn baby who looks a little yellow?  This condition is known as Jaundice. Newborn jaundice symptoms include yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes that appear within days after birth. In most cases, treatment isn’t required although light therapy (phototherapy) can help resolve moderate or severe cases. ⁣ Jaundice […]

Can You Eat Sushi During Pregnancy?

Can You Eat Sushi When Pregnant

Who LOVES sushi? 🙋🏼‍♀️⁣🍣 I actually CRAVED THE HECK out of sushi during my pregnancy (I ate it at least once a week 😂🙌🏻)⁣ But did you know, sushi isn’t exactly one of those taboo foods you can’t eat during pregnancy!⁣ Pre-prepared sushi is usually a no-no when you’re pregnant, because it may be contaminated […]

Lets Talk About hCG

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin More Commonly Known As Hcg

Human chorionic gonadotropin more commonly known as hCG is a hormone present in your body when you are pregnant. It’s secreted by the placenta once an embryo has embedded itself into your uterine lining. When you take a pregnancy test, it is hCG that is detected!⁣ ⁣ You secrete it in your urine during pregnancy, […]