Diastasis recti is a condition where the abdominal muscles separate. This is commonly associated with pregnancy (and multiple pregnancies) as the abdominal muscles stretch to allow the baby to grow. There is a natural separation line between the two rectus abdominis…
Read moreIt can be scary hearing the words “high risk” when it comes to your pregnancy. But factors like your weight, overall health, age, and family history can cause unwanted hiccups along the way. Fortunately, you can still have a safe and healthy pregnancy…
Read morePostpartum depression is familiar term when discussing postpartum mental health, but did you know another common result of childbirth can be postpartum PTSD? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5 (DSM-5), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is characterized…
Read moreMindfulness is a strategy that allows for present thinking. Focusing on the present moment improves the ability to calmly accept (and understand) one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. Mindfulness is often used as a helpful strategy in therapy, but…
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