Tag: Care for the mother

What are the signs of postpartum depression?
I just gave birth, and my doctor said I was starting to show signs of postpartum depression. He told me to go see a specialist;

What can I take for a cold while breastfeeding?
Marie, I am breastfeeding and was wondering whether medications I take for my cold will be transmitted to my baby. If yes, can it be

I’m a person who worries more than average. How can I improve my situation
I’m a person who worries more than average, but now I can’t sleep, rest and I even sometimes have heart palpitations.

Fungal Infections and Breastfeeding (Mycosis)
Hello Parents, Today I want to talk about fungal infections during breastfeeding, which is medically known as mycosis. Mycosis is a fungal infection caused by

When will my episiotomy would heal?
I gave birth 3 weeks ago and was wondering when my episiotomy wound will fully heal? Thanks for your help! Audrey-Anne Excellent question, Audrey-Anne. In

Advice to Prevent or Minimise Hair Loss
To read the previous part of this article, go to Hair loss during pregnancy and after childbirth. There are many ways to prevent or minimise

Is my baby too small because I’m too anxious?
I got my 21-week ultrasound result, and my baby is a bit smaller than they should be at this stage. My doctor told me that

Can ultrasounds help disgorge my breasts?
I gave birth three weeks ago, and my breasts really hurt. I saw a breastfeeding specialist and am trying different things to help disgorge them,

We are hard on mothers (and future mothers)!
To read the previous part of Charlotte's story, go to Almost 36 Weeks Pregnant! Dear Mothers, I am 36 weeks, 3 days pregnant. When I

I have little bumps on my areola!
I just noticed that I have little bumps on both my areola and I was wondering why. I never saw that before my pregnancy. Can

Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)
Some mothers out there have maybe already had a caesarean section, either planned or during labour. Doctors may have different reasons to take this decision

Medications and Breastfeeding
Article updated on April 2024. In a previous article, we talked about over the counter medications permitted during pregnancy. Many readers liked the content and