What is mommy wrist? There are many familiar terms for postpartum symptoms. You likely have heard of “mummy tummy” and “sneeze pee.” But, have you also heard of “mommy wrist?” It’s a term for symptoms of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis. It is a type of tendonitis and...
During my pregnancy, I knew I wanted to breastfeed my son. I read the books, bought the supplies, had the breastfeeding pillows, salves, and shirts, and had the pump, rocking chair, and ice packs. I was ready for sore nipples and sleepless nights. However, I was not...
Currently in the United States, 6 week postpartum checkups only last about 10 minutes. They often entail a brief internal exam and conversation about future birth control plans. You’ll likely get an “all clear” from your doctor to return to activity as usual....
Returning to work as a nursing or pumping mom can be stressful. As a postpartum working mom, I walked out of the house every morning looking like a bag lady. I had my work bag, lunch bag, kids’ school bag, and breast pump bag. Then I’d arrive at work and realize I had...
If you’ve had it, then you know what I’m talking about. Symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), also known as pubic bone pain, feels like a sharp or shooting pain in your pubic bone or groin. This pain can occur when you roll over in bed, take a step, stand on one...
There are a lot of things no one tells you about motherhood – how exhausted you may be, how your priorities may shift, how you might get “mom thumb,” how you may pee your pants now (this is not normal), and most of all, how your body will change. ...
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