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How is motherhood different than it was a century ago? In the past, live-in grandmothers, relatives, and other women were frequently...
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Postpartum depression
New mothers should be screened regularly for postpartum depression
Physicians should screen mothers for postpartum depression regularly for at least a year following childbirth to better identify... -
Postpartum depression
Effects of postpartum depression in both mothers and fathers
Approximately 14 percent of mothers and 10 percent of fathers suffer from moderate or severe postpartum depression resulting in... -
Celeb moms
Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin welcome a baby boy
Proof star Gwyneth Paltrow welcomed a son with husband Chris Martin sometime over the weekend of April 8-9. We have all been... -
Postpartum depression
Depressed moms less likely to interact with their newborns
When mothers experience symptoms of depression after the birth of their children they are less likely to breastfeed, play with, read... -
Postpartum depression
Stopping antidepressants during pregnancy may lead to symptom recurrence
Study is first to investigate whether discontinuing treatment can lead to relapse during pregnancy. -
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A hairy problem
Did you really think that the thick, lustrous hair you had during pregnancy was going to last? Alas, no. Around three months... -
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Postpartum Sex
Low sexual appetite is normal during some phases of childrearing, but will it be this way forever? Valerie Davis Raskin, MD, has...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
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Mothering matters
Nobody yet has scientifically tested and perfected a parenting system that guarantees children will turn out okay. Much research... -
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Playgroups: Not just for kids anymore
Are you a stay-at-home parent in need of some adult interaction? Why not join a playgroup? It's not only great for the kids but a... -
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Time to indulge! Spoil yourself at a day spa
Pregnancy is the perfect opportunity to spend time in a little self-indulgence. After all, it won't be long before most of your time... -
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Traveling abroad with babies
It's no secret that the French and Americans don't always see eye to eye; but they both concur on one point. Both thought my husband... -
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Keeping the memories alive
Many parents keep mementos of their baby's arrival and early years and save trinkets and treasures from this special time. Lisa... -
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The top ten worries of new parents
You already know that worrying is part of the parenting turf. (You'll find it listed in the job description right after "guilt.")...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
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A few tips for a calmer hospital departure
The first year following your baby's birth there will be many questions with answers that no one ever told you that you would need... -
Postpartum depression
Postpartum treatment key for depression
The key to preventing postpartum depression may be individual support provided after birth by a health professional and tailored to... -
Postpartum
Surviving the babymoon: The first weeks after birth
So the big date is just around the corner. You have been planning for months. Finally, the moment arrives. You give birth to a... -
New moms
Large-scale study identifies key stress factors facing new moms
Tiredness, feeding their baby and lack of time to care for other children are three of the key stresses experienced by new mothers,...Max 5 stars20My Rating -
Postpartum health and fitness
Exercising on a fitness ball
By far, the most important area of your body to strengthen and tone before, during, and after pregnancy is your torso. Without... -
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Making marriage a mission: Nurturing a relationship after baby is born
Having a baby can bring couples together in an amazing way. But once Baby is home, there are often some unexpected surprises that...