When it feels like you have no time to just pause and breathe- that’s when you need it the most. Notice if you are holding any tension in your eyebrows, jaw, neck, shoulders, back, or mind, and if so, perhaps you can invite these parts of you to soften. If it feels comfortable for you,...Read More
Just like adolescence and pregnancy/postpartum, once again in a woman’s lifespan changes happen within the brain and body often affecting functioning. Are you somewhere between 40 and 50 and experiencing any of the following? Brain “fog” or memory issues/forgetfulness Difficulty concentrating or focusing Irritability/mood changes Restlessness Difficulty starting/organizing/completing tasks Feeling overwhelmed Deciphering whether you’ve all...Read More
A consideration for any medication during pregnancy or with respect to lactation is an important topic of consideration. Having the best, up to date and evidence-based information is an important element. Here are some resources to consider: MOMMYMEDS.COM MEDSMILK.COM INFANTRISK.COM At Better Beginnings our approach in discussing medication as a potential part of care and...Read More
Recently, the Center for Disease Control (CDC), published an updated review on “Pregnancy-Related Deaths.” Find it HERE. The 2017 review gives more information on the following key findings from 14 state Maternal Mortality Review Committees- including Florida: Approximately 1 in 3 deaths during or within a year of pregnancy were pregnancy-related. What does that mean?...Read More
On Tuesday, February 12th, the United States Preventative Services Task Force issued a recommendation statement on Interventions to Prevent Perinatal Depression; find it HERE. (Learn more about what the USPSTF is and does HERE.) This recent recommendation builds upon a 2016 Recommendation Statement from the USPSTF specifically addressing depression screening and adequate support systems for pregnant and...Read More
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