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What is a Postpartum Doula and Why You Might Need One
Read more: What is a Postpartum Doula and Why You Might Need OneIf you’re pregnant or planning to have a baby, you’ve probably heard of a doula. A birth doula is a trained professional who provides emotional and physical support to a birthing person during labor and delivery. But have you heard of a postpartum doula? A postpartum doula is a trained, certified professional who comes to…
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Don’t leave the hospital without!
Walking out of the hospital after my first child was born was a scary moment. I think I actually said out loud: “they’re letting us leave with him?! I’m not ready.” We said goodbye with my son, a new car seat, and a ton of nerves…but that’s about it. Leaving the hospital after my third…
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All About Labor Induction
What is labor induction? The final weeks of pregnancy can feel like they will never end. Your belly is large. Sleeping is tough. You have to pee every 15 minutes. And your baby’s adorable kicks now feel like karate chops to your ribcage! Once you get close to your due date, or breeze past it,…
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Healthy Craving Alternatives!
Craving pickles and ice cream? Peanut butter on pizza? Neither was I. Hollywood is good for sharing images of pregnancy cravings that aren’t so realistic, but the truth is that many expectant moms don’t want any of these crazy combinations. We work so hard, in mind and body, to get ourselves ready for pregnancy, childbirth,…
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Let’s talk about prenatal vaccinations
Vaccine feelings vs. facts Probably one of the quickest ways to start an argument in a room full of parents is to mention the word vaccine. There are strong opinions about immunization, and when you’re talking about pregnancy, they can get even more intense. At Mae, we believe in making medical decisions based on scientific…
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A Guide to Medication in Pregnancy
At some point, almost every pregnant person deals with the question of medication. Here are some considerations to keep top of mind.
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Choosing a Birth Setting
Whatever your ideal birth scenario might look like, choosing where to have your baby is the first step in creating that experience.
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Perinatal Mood Disorders
What are perinatal mood disorders? Pregnancy and the postpartum period are life-changing times when emotions can run high. It’s common to feel anxious or overwhelmed as your due date gets closer or during the tiring early months with a newborn. Hormonal surges and drops can also cause rollercoaster mood swings. But for some pregnant and…
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Becoming Your Own Pregnancy Advocate
What is self-advocacy? Everyone wants a healthy mama and baby at the end of pregnancy. But how you experience your maternity care also matters. Whether your pregnancy is straightforward or needs more medical help – if you give birth in a hospital, a birth center, or at home – you are entitled to health care…