The Womens Health Rehabilitaiton Team at AAMC wanted to share some helpful information on common issues postpartum as this is a topic that is not discussed enough! Some of the issues post-partum are urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and core weakness, pain with intercourse,back and hip injury are common after labor and delivery; be it vaginal or C-section delivery. These issues can …
It’s time to go through the old underwear drawer. Pregnancy without question is one of the most transformative experiences a woman’s body can go through. You hear a lot about what to expect when you’re expecting but there’s definitely a few details they forget to tell you. Your wardrobe is definitely one of them. So, when was the last time …
Breastfeeding is an incredible connection to share with your baby. We’re always advocating healthy breast and bottle feeding techniques and lifestyles, and we still want women to feel empowered through their breastfeeding journey if that is the path they choose. A strong support system is the first step and a good understanding of the process is the second. If you’re …
Any and every element of birth support is an amazing resource for parents. But the role of your midwife is totally different from the support of a labor and postpartum doula. Combined, doulas and midwives can create an incredible team of support that nurtures your whole family. Doula support is unlike any other in the field and offers parents a customized …
We hear it all the time, said in different ways and without a lot to back it up. “My friend, husband, family, partner said I don’t need a doula.” There’s a lot of misconceptions that surround labor and postpartum support and the doula profession for modern families. Doulas don’t set out to replace the role of a new parent, they’re …