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postpartum

Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression

The first few weeks of life with a newborn are rarely like a TV nappy advert. Although most women have many joyful memories from the…

Joanna Brecher Sep 14

Breastfeeding

Medications & breastfeeding

Being told you ‘can’t breastfeed while you take this medication’ can be a deeply emotional situation, where a mother faces choosing between her health and…

Dr Brooke Jun 29

Breastfeeding

Eating well while breastfeeding

Eating well while breastfeeding can be really challenging with a new-born to take care of and a shortage of sleep. Even more so if you…

Dr Brooke Jan 12