Making Magic Out of Growth Spurts

Mama, isn’t it simply amazing to watch your tiny newborn rapidly unfolding and growing before your eyes? Those sweet cuddly bundles may seem petite, but they’re hard at work developing at lightning speed. And every few weeks, they kick that growth into an even higher gear through incredible growth spurts. What Exactly is a Growth […]

The Fourth Trimester Phenomenon: Surviving the Day 3 Hormonal Plunge

You’ve made it through the intense journey of labor and delivery – congratulations! As you snuggle your sweet newborn, you may think the monumental hormonal shifts are behind you. But for most new mamas, an extraordinary biological event is still to come around days 3-5 postpartum: the rupture of the placenta’s hormonal reservoir, leading to […]

Breastfeeding: A Foundation for Lifelong Health and a Healthy Microbiome

Breastfeeding is a powerful tool that offers numerous benefits for both mothers and babies, extending far beyond the immediate advantages of boosting immunity and preventing infections. Emerging research suggests that breastfeeding in infancy may have a protective effect against mortality in middle and late adulthood, and it plays a crucial role in shaping the infant’s […]