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Is following a vegetarian/vegan diet the 'healthier' option?
Many women begin to adopt healthier lifestyles and eating habits as they think about starting a family. This is a wonderful time for a...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 11, 2019
- 3 min
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes is found in pregnant women that have never had insulin insensitivity or resistance and were never diagnosed with...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 11, 2019
- 2 min
Infant Jaundice
Jaundice is characterized as a condition where serum bilirubin levels are high due to rapid breakdown of red blood cells. Bilirubin...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 9, 2019
- 2 min
Vitamin D during pregnancy
Vitamin D is another nutrient that is very important both during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin. This...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 8, 2019
- 1 min
The fairness for breastfeeding mothers act
Great news Mamas! The US state Senate as well as the House of representative has passed a new bill that helps to protect and encourage...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 4, 2019
- 2 min
Is cannabis (marijuana) safe during pregnancy?
Marijuana has become legal in many states both medically and recreationally. For this reason, the need to understand its effects becomes...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 3, 2019
- 3 min
Iron for you and your baby...
Iron is incredibly important for physiological functions such as metabolism, growth, immunity and hemoglobin makeup. Because iron is so...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jul 2, 2019
- 2 min
Why Mamas Maternal Health?
How can Mamas Maternal Health help you? We know how important this period of time is for both you and your baby. Instead of saying...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 26, 2019
- 2 min
Bed wetting--what might be the cause?
Within the first few years of your child's life, bed wetting can be quite normal as they learn to 'potty-train'. Each child will learn at...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 25, 2019
- 2 min
Breastfeeding reduces long-term risk of heart disease
Breastfeeding is protective of both acute and chronic diseases for mom and baby. We could write lists and lists of the benefits of...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 24, 2019
- 3 min
How do I know if my baby is receiving enough breast milk?
For a mother, it is very important that her baby is being fed enough--- especially if she feels that she does not have an adequate milk...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 19, 2019
- 3 min
How can maternal nutrition aid Preeclampsia during pregnancy?
Preeclampsia is a hypertensive condition that occurs during pregnancy typically around 20 weeks gestation. It is more likely to occur in...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 18, 2019
- 2 min
How do I help and/or avoid Breast Engorgement/Mastitis?
The idea of breast engorgement has a negative connotation since it can lead to problems such as lowered milk supply or even mastitis (an...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 15, 2019
- 2 min
How do I know if I have the proper breastfeeding latch?
A proper latch... Having a proper latch is important for the effective transfer of breastmilk. If your baby is not latched correctly, it...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 13, 2019
- 3 min
Are there any foods I should not be eating during pregnancy? Are there foods I should eat more of?
Since pregnancy is so important for the growth of an infant, pregnant women are considered at high risk when it comes to food-borne...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 12, 2019
- 3 min
Processed food may be tied to food allergies?
You may want to be more aware of the ingredients in the food you are feeding yourself as well as your children... Why? With food...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 6, 2019
- 2 min
How long should each breastfeeding session be?
For lactation counselors, the length of the breastfeeding session can be an indicator of a multitude of things. Most importantly, the...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 5, 2019
- 4 min
How much caffeine/alcohol can I consume during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Caffeine: Studies have shown that if consumed in excess during pregnancy, caffeine can have adverse effects on the mother and baby....
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mamasmaternalhealth
- Jun 3, 2019
- 2 min
How can my partner bond with our baby?
Breastfeeding can be a wonderful bonding experience for both mom and baby--- but what about the other partner/parent? Unfortunately, many...
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mamasmaternalhealth
- May 30, 2019
- 2 min
Registered Dietitian vs Nutritionist
So what's the difference between a Registered Dietitian and a Nutritionist? From a quick glance, it may seem like a Registered Dietitian...
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