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New Mothers Quotes To Support You Through This Life-Changing Experience
New motherhood is full of surprises. Besides the good, there are also the bad and the ugly. But through it all, there’s one thing that every new mom needs: rock-solid support. So we’ve gathered some of our favorite new mothers quotes to help you get through those first few months (and beyond). From the hilarious to the relatable, these quotes capture everything about this fantastic—and crazy—journey. The journey is both beautiful and challenging. There are so many things to learn as a new mom and discover through every moment. It can sometimes feel daunting, but it is also an extraordinary time for you. And yes, becoming a new mother can be…
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Kangaroo Care for NICU Babies
Babies born prematurely have extensive need for medical interventions. However, what struck me the most was preterm babies’ responses to skin-to-skin experiences with their mothers. This healing and therapeutic experience are called Kangaroo Care or Kangaroo Mother Care for NICU babies. Having gone through a NICU experience when my daughter was born has been a frightening journey for our family. Prematurity had not been on my radar when I became a mom, but life has many surprises. What I loved and looked forward to the most during our stay in the NICU was the Kangaroo Care time. I remember holding my preemie daughter for the very first time. It was…
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13 Hacks for Better Sleep for a Pregnant Mom
Are you sleeping enough these days? Sleeping during pregnancy can be tricky, no matter what trimester you are in. So finding hacks and strategies for a pregnant mom for better sleep at night – is a top priority for your health and your baby’s. Pregnancy-related bodily changes bring on challenges for the mom to get comfortable and have a restful sleep. You’re growing your baby every day, from conception to the day of delivery. It’s hard work. As you progress through pregnancy, you may discover that your sleeping patterns are jeopardized. Although pregnancy can be beautiful, it also becomes taxing and hard to get enough proper sleep. Pregnant moms are…
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A Complete Guide to Postpartum Care Plan for New Moms
Mama, are you feeling anxious about your upcoming birth? You probably have a birth plan in place already; that’s great! As new moms also prepare for post-delivery, what about adding a plan for your postpartum care? Getting ready for Homecoming Day can bring up concerns about your time of healing and transition. Have you ever thought about your specific plans to recover at home? New moms can focus on healing, recovery, and bonding at home once the postpartum recovery plan is in place. Who wouldn’t plan for their post-delivery recovery? After a significant medical event, it’s helpful to have at least an outline regarding your postpartum care. Although any birth…
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Postpartum Kit for a C-section Mom
Undergoing major surgery such as a C-section poses recovery challenges for moms at home. Having a postpartum care kit in your fourth trimester can help you recover as a C-section Mom. This article talks about postpartum challenges you may face as you heal and bond with your baby, along with the postpartum products to help you. As a C-section Mama myself, assembling my recovery care kit helped me prepare ahead of time, helped me stay organized, and got me into a healing state mindset. It’s great to have handy essential items for your optimum healing and recovery. Let’s tackle it from the ground up – the items that can help…
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My Personal Story of Postpartum Anxiety (More Than I Can Handle But Overcome with Grace)
This post is my personal story of Postpartum Anxiety and how I overcame it. As I recount my experience with postpartum anxiety, I am baring myself, open and vulnerable. Even though it’s scary to share this part of my life, I’m sharing this personal story because I want to do my part – in helping at least one mom who is experiencing Postpartum Anxiety. There may be triggering words in this post for moms who had pregnancy losses and intrusive thoughts. Becoming a mom was the most joyous occasion in my life. I’ve never felt vulnerable and joyful at the same time. Motherhood indeed takes you to a high level…
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Postpartum Anxiety and Tips for Moms Who Have It
What is postpartum anxiety? Why does it happen? What can you do if you or anyone you know are experiencing anxiety after giving birth? Postpartum anxiety (PPA) is a mental disorder experienced by moms who have recently given birth or around the recovery period of 6 months to a year. Awareness of postpartum anxiety is not as full-blown as information on postnatal depression that moms get access to. Unfortunately, the discussion about this particular maternal mental disorder has less searchable information on the web either. According to Postpartum Support International on Anxiety During Pregnancy and Postpartum, “Approximately 6% of pregnant women and 10% of postpartum women develop anxiety. Sometimes they experience anxiety…
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Ways to Boost Your Confidence as a Mom in Nine Simple Actions
Looking into how you parent and how you feel about yourself can be challenging. Are you looking for ways to boost and build up your confidence as a mom? Becoming a parent, no matter how you think you are prepared, there’ll be an impression of doubt within yourself in your parenting. You may even question yourself if you are equipped to face the challenges of being a new parent. There are ways you can incorporate in your life to gain confidence in being a mom and boost yourself as the ride begins. You can start by examining yourself on how you feel about your role as a mom. When the…
