In a previous post, I outlined some autoimmune conditions commonly seen in women of childbearing age. Here, I’ll outline additional conditions and highlight the pros…
If you’ve got an autoimmune condition, you might be wondering if you can or should breastfeed. There are over 100 autoimmune diseases. Here, I’ve described some…
By definition, engorgement is about congestion and distension. There’s vascular and lymphatic congestion, and milk. Remember, this is all about the fluid getting stuck, like…
In a previous post, I explained how physiologic engorgement normally occurs in all mothers who have given birth. Here, we’ll explore pathologic engorgement. Definition and…
Think you know all about engorgement? Hmm, maybe not. Let’s start with this: Let’s tackle those questions, and more. Parents or professionals who talk about…
You’ve heard of breast enhancement. Maybe you find yourself wondering, “Wait! Do I really know what this means?” Hmm. Maybe not. That exact question flickered…
Eating disorders affect as many as 30 million people in the United States. Since it’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week, let’s bust the myths and clarify…
On the postnatal journey, how do you navigate the intersection of breastfeeding, cooking, diet, dieting, nutrition, and intuitive eating? How do you do it all,…
This time of year is always a little hectic, and this year is no different. There are many techniques to help relieve stress and tension.…
By now, we’re probably all pretty tired of repeated warnings about COVID-19 precautions. Wear your mask, stay at least six feet apart, and OH! Wash…