Category: Postpartum

Do you know how to keep your pelvic floor muscles strong? Start strengthening those muscles and lessen any symptoms with easy exercises you can do from anywhere, anytime. Say goodbye to “mommy bladder.” What is the Pelvic Floor? According to ACOG, “The pelvic organs include the vagina, uterus, bladder, urethra, and rectum. These organs are

Immediately after delivery, every new mom enters postpartum. This time can contain emotions of excitement, fear, happiness and frustration. Wherever your emotions fall, know that you are not alone in this process. Here are three steps to help in the transition to postpartum:  Step 1: Schedule your postpartum visit The act of delivering a baby

You’ve done it! You’ve welcomed that baby into the world. Now what? As you enter postpartum, you may find the experience filled with changes and fluctuations in your body and emotions.  What is postpartum support? Your postpartum experience begins right after the birth and lasts until your baby’s first birthday. As your body adapts to

Congratulations, mama! You’re home with your beautiful new baby…but you’re also utterly exhausted and probably in a bit of discomfort. And while you’ve likely read dozens of articles on what to expect in your baby’s first week, have you taken much time to consider what you need in these first seven days? Here are 20

For all women, the birth of their baby is the beginning of an exciting and challenging journey into motherhood. Too often new moms may forget that they are still in both physical and emotional recovery from the pregnancy and delivery. These first 6-8 weeks are now being recognized as the “fourth trimester”. Providing support postpartum

Delivery of your newborn is one of the greatest events in your life, bringing on a flood of emotions. These emotions can be sadness or anger and you may not know if it’s normal to feel that way. Do you feel sad when you should be happy that you just had a baby? Do you

Register for a chance to win one of our fabulous diaper cakes at your next appointment. The drawing box can be found in the lobby of our Edina or Burnsville clinics. To Enter to win a Diaper Cake: Fill out the Enfamil® Family Beginnings card Make sure the card includes the baby’s due date or