All posts tagged "mother health"
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What Does Self-Care Really Look Like?
Self-care is sort of a catchall phrase that can mean a million different things. It looks different to...
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An Erroneous Report About Maternal Mortality Rates in Texas Highlights a National Problem
A 2016 report erroneously claimed Texas had the highest maternal mortality rate in the country. Report highlights issues...
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Pregnant? Then You Get a Free Pass on These Household Chores
No one enjoys household chores. But some chores can be unsafe for pregnant women. These are the chores...
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Listen Up, Pregnant Women: Science Says You Need Naps, So Listen to Science
As if we needed a reason to nap! According to a new study, pregnant women who nap have...
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Most Moms Would Rather Be Strong than Skinny, According to New Poll
Plenty of moms struggle with their bodies after having kids. But you may be surprised to learn what...
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‘Tully’, the New Movie About Authentic Motherhood, Is Misleading and Dangerous, According to Maternal Health Advocates
The movie Tully is hiding a pretty major surprise twist that, according to maternal health advocates, may be...
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Jessa Duggar on Anxiety: Just Pray It Away!
Oh, geez. Jessa Duggar, not a mental health expert, posted a "helpful" video about how to manage anxiety....
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A Second Wave of Flu Could Be Coming, and It’s Bad News for Kids
Just when you thought it was safe, the flu has other plans. The CDC warns that a second...
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Mom Brain Is Real and Annoying, But It’s Actually Beneficial
If you have kids, then you know that mom brain is a real thing. And it's incredibly annoying....
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Crying Doesn’t Just Feel Good, It’s Actually Good for You
Few things feel as good as a nice, hard cry-fest, right? Turns out, crying is beneficial for a...
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In the Battle Between Hitting the Gym or Sleeping, Science Demands You Choose Sleep
Gym or bed? Science says it's more beneficial to choose sleep over working out. And who are we,...
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I Didn’t Know What Sepsis Was Until It Almost Killed Me
One mom is sharing her story about the dangers of sepsis to warn others about this potentially life-threatening...
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Well, This is Strange: Larger Families Are Linked to Tooth Loss in Moms
A new study says that tooth loss risk is higher for moms with more kids. Which makes a...
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Taking a Hot Bath Burns as Many Calories as a 30-Minute Walk
According to a new scientific study, hot baths burn calories, as much as a 30-minute walk. So skip...