Navigating Pregnancy and Postpartum
Bringing a new baby into the world is a journey marked by excitement, joy, and new challenges. While much attention is given to pregnancy and birth, the postpartum period, also...
5 Surprisingly Emotional Moments You Won’t Expect After Giving Birth
Written by: Dr. Sunita Osborn
My first postpartum cry occurred approximately eighteen days after my daughter was born. My husband had thoughtfully made a playlist of my favorite songs to help us navigate the newborn trenches. “How Far I’ll Go” from Moana, which had been my anthem during...
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