Postpartum and Newborn Care

Batido Hidratante para las Mamás en Lactancia

Amamantar puede ser increíblemente gratificante, pero también exigente para el cuerpo. Mantenerse bien hidratada es esencial, ya que las madres lactantes necesitan aproximadamente 16 vasos de líquido al día. Este total incluye agua, bebidas y alimentos que contribuyen a la hidratación.

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When Do You Need to See a Lactation Consultant?

Elizabeth Oyler BSN, RN, IBCLC Baby-Friendly Program Coordinator Breastfeeding issues are a common topic of discussion during postpartum checkups. For women who experience difficulty nursing, an appointment with a lactation consultant

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5 Ways to Help Baby Sleep Safely

Every year in the United States, thousands of sleep-related deaths occur in infants less than 1 year of age. The three commonly reported types of sudden unexpected infant deaths include

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What Can I Expect When Using a Midwife?

Baptist Health-Fort Smith recently welcomed a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to its medical staff. Certified nurse midwives have post-graduate training in obstetrics and gynecology and have passed the national board-certification

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