Pregnancy

PMS can really strain our relationships. If we do not know how to navigate these days, we can make it much worse. If on the other hand, we have a few simple tools, we can make PMS a lot better for everyone and even use this time to support our relationships to deepen. This week’s video will give you the simple tools to be make PMS better for both of you. Watch more … [Read more...] about A man’s guide to making PMS a gift

I am often asked about the best birth control options for new moms. Many medical professionals believe that right after giving birth, a woman is extremely fertile. However, if a new mom is breastfeeding, this is not necessarily the case. Regardless, if you don’t want to get pregnant soon after giving birth, it is advisable to use some kind of birth control option as soon as … [Read more...] about Forget the Pill: healthier, safer birth control for new moms

There are lots of pregnancy symptoms which are common knowledge. Most women expect to feel at least a bit nauseous, everyone knows that pregnant women have to pee all the time, stretch marks may feel inevitable, and many women eagerly anticipate needing a larger bra size. But the constant fatigue catches many women off guard. Many of my patients report having to drag themselves … [Read more...] about Why am I SO tired? 4 ways to fight pregnancy fatigue

Battling depression during your pregnancy? There may be more options for you in addition to prescription medicine. Earlier this week, a study released by Brown University concluded that yoga may help expectant moms keep depression at bay. According to this new research, which will be published in full later this month in the journal Women's Health Issues, 34 moms-to-be with … [Read more...] about Feeling blue? Prenatal yoga to the rescue!

It may not be your ideal parenting situation, co-parenting with a partner you don't co-habitate with, but it can be done - and peacefully, too. No matter your circumstances, whether you're separated, divorced, or never intended to be together, you can ensure you share parenting duties without losing your sanity. After all, your new focus should be making certain your baby … [Read more...] about How to co-parent with an ex