Alanna and Blake Wood of Springfield appreciated the new updated birth suites at SMH when Alanna delivered their son, Nolan Wood, in early August. “It was so nice that all the after-birth procedures on me and Baby Nolan could be…
Infant formula shortages this spring have created a stressful situation for parents who want to ensure their children are receiving proper nutrition. “We recognize this has been a frustrating time for parents and caregivers who rely on infant formula to…
Having a baby brings excitement and intense change. Nearly 80 percent of new moms experience some type of “baby blues,” while up to 15 percent experience postpartum depression. Another 10 percent deal with postpartum anxiety. Combine sleep deprivation with the…
A woman faces a deluge of decisions when she learns she’s expecting a baby. What and how to feed the baby are two biggies. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends babies be breastfed exclusively for the first six months of…
For most, the Family Maternity Suites at Memorial Medical Center is a place of great joy. But it can be very different for parents experiencing miscarriage or stillbirth. Among those parents are Heather and Mitchell Davidson, who lost their son…
You and your newborn are returning home, but how do you introduce him or her to your pet? A new arrival is an exciting time for all members of the family, but it’s best to make the transition as easy…
Even an experienced mother can feel unsure of herself and her body in the wake of delivering twins. Stephanie Yingling found herself in that indefinable mental and physical space between elation and exhaustion following the birth, via scheduled C-section, of…
There’s a reason they call it labor – childbirth is painful. But strategies to manage pain can ease discomfort. One question many first-time parents ponder is whether or not to use pain medication or to go through natural labor. Regardless…
Three out of four car seats are improperly installed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For first-timers and even veteran parents, car seats can be an intimidating piece of safety equipment. But it doesn’t have to be…
The last trimester of pregnancy is a busy time to prepare for your new baby. Don’t wait until the last minute to pack a bag for your hospital stay. “Go ahead and pack your bag a couple months ahead of…