Self-Care: Health and Wellness Guide for Moms
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Health & Wellness

The ultimate destination for positive mental & physical conditioning for you and your entire family. Because self-care isn’t selfish.

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Families in Oregon can now get free check-in visits at home with a nurse post-birth

These at-home, post-birth visits will allow new parents to ask the trained nurse any questions they’d like.

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It’s official: the mental load is hurting your relationship with your partner, survey finds

A new study uncovered just how much of a toll family planning takes on romantic relationships

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In the 2 years since launching, the 988 crisis hotline has taken 10 million calls

"That's 10 million people who, often on the worst day of their life, had a resource to reach out to."

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Women who live in rural areas have limited options when it comes to labor and delivery

Rural hospitals across the U.S. are shutting down their labor and delivery wards.

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How you can support your baby’s mental health

Yes, infant mental health is real—and it can start to develop as early as pregnancy. Here’s what experts say about reading your baby’s emotional cues.

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Should you get an anti-mullerian hormone test?

Here’s what experts say your AMH level can and can’t tell you about your fertility.

child refusing bread- celiac disease

Just 30% of children with celiac disease have stomach issues. Here’s what to look for

Turns out, the vast majority of parents believe that stomach issues are the telltale sign of celiac disease, but that's not always the whole story.

It’s OK if you don’t love your swimsuit body

I’m focusing on body-neutrality instead of body-positivity this season.

US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy on gun violence - gun violence epidemic

U.S. Surgeon General emphasizes the seriousness of gun violence: ‘It’s a kids’ issue’

“We have the opportunity to take [gun violence] out of the realm of politics and put it into the realm of public health,” he said.

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5 reasons why milk is still the ideal bedtime snack, from a dietitian

From helping support sleep hormones to promoting relaxation, here’s why milk before bed is a simple solution for better rest.

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The ultimate guide to DHA Omega 3 for your family

Here’s why getting enough DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, is non-negotiable at every age.

Pregnant woman getting blood pressure tested at the doctor's office

High blood pressure in pregnancy has doubled—but only 60% of women are treated

Experts think the increase might be due to women waiting longer to get pregnant.

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