Postpartum Recovery Archives

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Birth Motherhood Postpartum Recovery Pregnancy

What Moms Need to Know About VBACs

If you have had a previous cesarean birth, you may be curious about having a…

Dr. Green MomJune 26, 2025

Dutch ovens on a stove full of nutritious food.

Motherhood Nutrition Postpartum Recovery Recipes

Nourishing Postpartum Freezer Meals: Family-Friendly Recipes To Stock Your Freezer

Postpartum nourishment is so important to me that I created a whole supplement line for…

Dr. Green MomMay 30, 2025

A pregnant woman is supported by her husband and midwife.

Birth Motherhood Postpartum Recovery Pregnancy

Assembling Your Birth Team: Who’s Who & How to Choose The Right Support For Your Pregnancy

Whether you're planning a home birth, hospital birth, or a birth center birth, assembling a…

Dr. Green MomMay 22, 2025

A pregnant woman monitors her blood pressure.

Conditions Motherhood Postpartum Recovery Preeclampsia Pregnancy

Preeclampsia & Eclampsia: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, & Tips To Support A Healthy Pregnancy

Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication affecting 5-8% of pregnancies worldwide (1). It is characterized…

Dr. Green MomMay 1, 2025

Breastfeeding Motherhood Newborn Care Nutrition Postpartum Recovery

Dr. Green Mom’s Guide to Breastfeeding Basics: Mastering Latch, Supply, & Common Challenges

Breastfeeding is a deeply personal journey that comes with unique joys and challenges. Whether you're…

Dr. Green MomApril 16, 2025

A woman giving birth is surrounded by doctors and nurses.

Breastfeeding Health Motherhood Postpartum Recovery

Placenta Encapsulation: The Benefits & Risks

Placenta encapsulation is a postpartum practice that is believed to offer various benefits for the…

Dr. Green MomAugust 31, 2024

Health Motherhood Postpartum Recovery

Micro Workouts For New Parents

New parenthood is an exceptionally demanding time. Many parents report mood disruptions during the postpartum…

Dr. Green MomAugust 7, 2024

Stressed parents hold their infant while sitting on a couch.

Anxiety Conditions Motherhood Postpartum Recovery

Understanding and Managing Postpartum Anxiety

Postpartum anxiety (PPA) is a common yet often overlooked mental health condition affecting new parents.…

Dr. Green MomJuly 18, 2024

A mother holds her newborn infant on her bare chest.

Health Motherhood Postpartum Recovery

The Benefits of Newborn Skin-to-Skin Contact

Skin-to-skin contact, often referred to as "kangaroo care," is the practice of placing a newborn…

Dr. Green MomJuly 5, 2024

A stressed mother tries to giver her baby a bottle.

Conditions Depression Motherhood Postpartum Recovery

Identifying and Managing Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant mental health concern that affects about 1 in 7…

Dr. Green MomJune 14, 2024

Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib)

What Is Haemophilus Influenzae & Hib? Haemophilus influenzae is a type of bacteria that can…

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)

What is MMR? MMR stands for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. The MMR vaccine is a…

A young girl lays in bed with a thermometer in her mouth.

Pneumococcal Disease

What Is Pneumococcal Disease? Pneumococcal disease is a condition caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae.…

A mother feels the forehead of her feverish child.

Rotavirus

What is Rotavirus? Rotavirus is a virus that primarily affects the digestive system, leading to…

A doctor checks a patient's blood pressure. (hypertension)

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

We've never had to worry about kiddos with high blood pressure. Unfortunately, today the risk…

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