Category: The Fourth Trimester
The fourth trimester is a newer term for the most difficult part of pregnancy. But what is it and why is it important?
Postpartum Week Four, The Fourth Trimester
4 Weeks Postpartum Bleeding: Why and What to Expect
January 3, 2024
Are you having bright, red bleeding at 4 weeks postpartum? Here is what is going on, from a postpartum nurse....
Baby, Postpartum Week One, Postpartum Week Three
What is TOG rating for Baby Sleep?
November 13, 2023
A baby nurse weighs in on what TOG rating is for a baby’s sleep, as well as why it matters....
Breastfeeding, Postpartum Week One
How long does it take until colostrum works?
November 13, 2023
You may have heard colostrum called “liquid gold” and it is! Here a baby nurse weighs in on the benefits,...
Breastfeeding, Postpartum Week Two
How Fast Does Mother’s Milk Tea Work?
November 12, 2023
Here are all the ins and outs of using Mother’s Milk Tea from a baby nurse and lactation counselor. Plus,...
Is my newborn baby sleeping too much?
August 8, 2023
A postpartum nurse answers the question, “Is my newborn baby sleeping too much?” Here’s how you can tell. It’s no...
What to Wear after a Hospital Birth
July 29, 2023
A postpartum nurse weighs in on exactly what to wear after a hospital birth. Whether breastfeeding, not breastfeeding, a vaginal...
Should you wear a postpartum belly belt after your c-section?
February 2, 2023
Here’s everything you need to know about wearing an abdominal binder after a c-section, from how long you need one,...
How to Return to Running Postpartum
January 23, 2023
Yes, you can safely run after having a baby, but there is an important process as you begin again. Here’s...
Postpartum Doula Contract and Agreement Template
January 19, 2023
Postpartum doulas fulfill a specific role in the life of a new mother. Here’s what to expect with a postpartum...
Postpartum Week Five, Postpartum Week Four, The Fourth Trimester
Postpartum Swimming After Birth
January 19, 2023
New moms may be eager to get back to swimming after birth, especially if it’s the summertime. But there are...