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ACOG's New Recommendations for Postpartum Care

ACOG's New Recommendations for Postpartum Care

Guest post by Jessie Wiener

When I read the new recommendations released by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), I was excited by the proactive effort to reduce some of the challenges women experience postpartum,...

ACOG's New Recommendations for Postpartum Care

Guest post by Jessie Wiener

When I read the new recommendations released by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), I was excited by the proactive effort to reduce some of the challenges women experience postpartum, especially the early weeks, which “are a critical period for...

Top Five Freezer Meals to Make Before Baby

Top Five Freezer Meals to Make Before Baby

Guest post by Alixandria Guzman

Kindred Bravely Facebook Manager Alix writes, "With my November due date feeling both far away and way too close, I’ve put my organization skills to their best possible use. I...

Top Five Freezer Meals to Make Before Baby

Guest post by Alixandria Guzman

Kindred Bravely Facebook Manager Alix writes, "With my November due date feeling both far away and way too close, I’ve put my organization skills to their best possible use. I want to be as prepared as possible for when my...

3 Nutrition Tips for When You Are Expecting

3 Nutrition Tips for When You Are Expecting

Eating everything in moderation can be tough when you're pregnant, especially when you're contending with cravings. But "eating for two" is a bit misleading. We discuss three key nutrition tips...

3 Nutrition Tips for When You Are Expecting

Eating everything in moderation can be tough when you're pregnant, especially when you're contending with cravings. But "eating for two" is a bit misleading. We discuss three key nutrition tips for a healthy pregnancy.

3 Self-Care Tips for When You Are Expecting

3 Self-Care Tips for When You Are Expecting

To some degree, a healthy pregnancy is about filtering out the stress-inducing information that comes your way and seeking out what makes you feel confident, comfortable, and empowered. No matter what...

3 Self-Care Tips for When You Are Expecting

To some degree, a healthy pregnancy is about filtering out the stress-inducing information that comes your way and seeking out what makes you feel confident, comfortable, and empowered. No matter what your pregnancy experience is, you can’t go wrong with taking...

3 Exercise Tips for When You Are Expecting

3 Exercise Tips for When You Are Expecting

Some evidence suggests that active women are better prepared for labor & delivery, and may even recover more quickly. Exercise may also ease the aches, pains, and mood swings of pregnancy --...

3 Exercise Tips for When You Are Expecting

Some evidence suggests that active women are better prepared for labor & delivery, and may even recover more quickly. Exercise may also ease the aches, pains, and mood swings of pregnancy -- and help you sleep better. It also often gives you...

Finding the Perfect Pregnancy Bra

Finding the Perfect Pregnancy Bra

Shopping for maternity clothes is a rite of passage for many expecting moms: the cute tops to show off the baby bump, special pants that won’t fall down, and comfortable...

Finding the Perfect Pregnancy Bra

Shopping for maternity clothes is a rite of passage for many expecting moms: the cute tops to show off the baby bump, special pants that won’t fall down, and comfortable sleepwear to keep cool when the hot flashes kick in....

Five ACOG Recommendations for Limiting Intervention during Birth

Five ACOG Recommendations for Limiting Intervention during Birth

The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recently updated their recommendations to limit intervention during birth. Since these recommendations were released, natural birth advocates have been talking about the impact these changes...

Five ACOG Recommendations for Limiting Intervention during Birth

The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recently updated their recommendations to limit intervention during birth. Since these recommendations were released, natural birth advocates have been talking about the impact these changes will have on women’s experiences in birth. We’re thrilled with...