Category Archives: Basics

Postpartum depression (PPD) or the “Baby Blues,” sometimes hits new mothers right after the baby is born.  A mild case can dissipate within a week.   On the other hand, a serious bout of depression, however, is real cause for concern … Continue reading →

Foods an expectant mother eats are the only source of nutrition for her maturing baby.  Therefore, it is important to develop a balanced and healthy diet, even before pregnancy begins.  When a woman decides to get pregnant and visits her … Continue reading →

Pregnancy: Week By Week Learning about your pregnancy, week by week, can help you to see what is likely to happen and what is happening to you.  Many expectant first mothers are interested in what is happening within their bodies, … Continue reading →