The postpartum recovery period varies among individuals, typically lasting around 6 weeks, but some believe it extends to 6 months or even a year, influenced by factors like delivery type and previous ...

One of the best ways to help baby get a great start is to make sure mom has the postpartum essentials she needs as she recovers from birth. Seasoned labor and delivery nurse Liesel Teen says many ...

Despite a growing body of research that the postpartum period may be the most vulnerable time period for mental health during a woman’s life and knowledge that nearly all women experience at least ...

Postpartum or perinatal depression is a form of depression that occurs following the birth of a baby. It’s a relatively common but serious medical condition. Postpartum or perinatal depression is a ...

This consensus aims to provide guidance for postpartum women and people, healthcare providers and exercise professionals on physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep throughout the first year ...

You’ve likely heard of postpartum depression, but it pales in comparison to the often ignored symptom of “postpartum rage.” “I’d be scared if my mom did this…” wrote one user. “Y’all… imagine what ...

Hair changes are common during and after pregnancy due to hormonal shifts. High estrogen levels during pregnancy can decrease hair loss, while a drop in estrogen after childbirth can lead to increased ...

Postpartum psychosis is a rare experience that occurs when a woman who has recently given birth experiences a psychotic episode. These episodes are characterized by a loss of touch with reality, which ...