Connection with Dr. Valerie Nazario of Well Aligned Family Chiropractic a few months ago was an absolute pleasure. Not only is she extremely passionate about chiropractic care, specifically the perinatal population, she is also extremely personable! And as bonus, she speaks Spanish which I know extremely important for many of our clients!
Healthy Ways To Combat Postpartum Depression
Perinatal mood disorders are common as they impact 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men, but it’s understandable that you want to take care of yourself and your mental health. Learn various alternative and complimentary health services to help with maternal mental health.
Provider Spotlight: Sara Skinner, LCSW
Working in maternal health is a field that requires an equal amount of passion and drive, but also a personal connection to this time period is often what ignites this passion. Various providers have different paths to this connection whether it is through their experience, a friend or family member’s experience, or just a really inspiring book! I love learning about people’s why as it makes them much more human to me. And in the age of Zoom calls, telehealth, and texting, remembering we are all human is key.
Sara Skinner, LCSW, is no different. She and I actually have known of each since early 2018, we did not officially meet until mid 2019 and then we did not professional connect until just recently. We immediately bonded and talked about all the things related to motherhood, mental health, and of course our mutual love of pit bulls.
Don’t Let Your Disability Interfere with Raising a Child
Everyone needs a challenge. Without one, you would never learn, grow stronger, or feel the satisfaction of a job well done. Now you’re headed for the biggest one of your life: being a parent. However, your condition shouldn’t interfere in raising your child as best as you can. Why should it?
Provider Spotlight: Impower Physical Therapy & Wellness
Two of my biggest goals for 2021 have been providing more postpartum support for our clients and more community support for our doulas. And, well, when I met Radhika Bhatt Trivedi, PT, DPT of Impower Physical Therapy & Wellness, she helped me reach both of those goals!
Why Sleep is Crucial For You and Your Baby
You expect sleepless nights when a little one joins the family, and the age-old image of sleep-deprived parents isn't one that's going to vanish any time soon. We know it isn't easy. In fact, it’s reported that new parents face up to six years of sleep deprivation.
Postpartum Depression and Substance Abuse
Research shows that 10-15 percent of mothers have postpartum depression after delivery. Postpartum depression can set in anywhere between two weeks and one year after having a baby. Seeking help for new mothers to overcome the condition can protect them from many challenges.
Looking After Yourself While Looking After A Newborn: A Guide for Single Fathers (Guest Blog)
You’ve never felt anything else like it: the overwhelming love that engulfs your entire being for this tiny little person. But there’s a secret you probably haven’t told anyone, not even yourself: this wonderful new baby that you love with all of your heart is just exhausting.
Blog courtesy of Josh Moore of Diaper Dads, a site specifically for Soon to be Dads and Dads navigating the world of parenthood!
Provider Spotlight: Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS)
The Triangle is a special place for soon to be parents and families. Not only do we have some amazing prenatal support in place, but the postpartum support we have for new and seasoned parents alike is unmatched. One of those great postpartum support networks is an amazing the amazing Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS).
Infant Poop: Color, Smell, and Quantity
We are talking all about infant poop! Check it out to see all the variations of color that are completely newborn when you have a newborn.
Realistic New Years Resolutions for New Moms
New Years Resolutions are great and all, but how many times how many of you made a resolution to do something you *wanted* to do, but it just wasn’t reasonable?
🙋♀️Me. I have done it.
