Posts by Well Supported Family
Newborn Circumcision Explained: Choices, Procedures, and Care
Deciding whether to circumcise your newborn is a deeply personal choice—one that often comes with a mix of cultural, medical, and emotional considerations. Understanding what the procedure involves, the potential benefits and risks, and how to care for your baby afterward can help you make an informed decision with confidence. This guide offers a clear,…
Read MoreBaby Stork Bites & Birth Marks: Tips for Newborn Skin Care Treatment
Congratulations, your newest addition has finally arrived and as you count all their fingers and toes, you may notice a few other things as well. Though it may be concerning to new parents, it is incredibly common. Almost 80% of babies are born with some type of birthmark. However, we know how difficult it can…
Read MorePostpartum Anxiety: Symptoms, Treatment, and Caring for Yourself & Your Baby
Not all postpartum distress is depression. Discover how Postpartum Anxiety shows up differently, and how to find relief and reassurance. It is absolutely normal to be nervous when transitioning to being the parent of a newborn. This tiny, helpless creature is totally dependent on you, and everywhere you turn there is a new safety guideline…
Read More3 Month Old Sleep Schedule: Wake Windows, Naps & Bedtime Routine
Three months, what a milestone! You’ve made it through the fourth trimester, and life with your baby might finally be starting to feel a little more predictable than the chaos of the first few weeks or even the first and second months where things were rapidly changing . Your little one is more social, alert,…
Read MoreCan Sleep Deprivation Cause Postpartum Depression? What Newborn Parents Should Know
New parents expect sleepless nights, but chronic sleep deprivation is more than exhaustion – it’s a known risk factor for postpartum mood disorders like Postpartum Depression. Postpartum Depression (sometimes called Perinatal Depression or PPD) is a mental health condition that can cause deep, ongoing sadness and loss of interest, affecting between 10 and 20% of…
Read More2 Month Old Sleep Schedule: Wake Windows, Naps & Bedtime Routine
You’re two months in, congratulations! You’ve officially made it past the trenches of navigating the first few weeks of newborn sleep while navigating changing sleep habits in the first month. At this point, your baby is probably starting to feel a little more like a real person. They’re more alert, may smile back at you,…
Read MoreBreast Cancer Awareness Month: Early Detection is Key
October is the official month of Breast Cancer awareness. Sometimes called ‘Pinktober,’ you may be seeing more pink Breast Cancer awareness ribbons this month, as they signal awareness, support and solidarity of those affected by the disease, either by having breast cancer or supporting a loved one What is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? Breast Cancer…
Read MoreThe Witching Hour for Babies: How to Help Your Fussy Newborn Stop Crying
It’s four p.m. and you feel yourself starting to brace for the inevitable newborn tantrum as the clock inches towards five. Every night the anxiety of evening looms over your head, haunting your waking hours with dread that you’ll face another sleepless night of an inconsolable baby. As if prompted by an unseen force, your…
Read MoreHealthy Eating Tips for Pregnancy
Eating for two? Confused by all the guidelines on how to “correctly” eat while pregnant? We feel you. With so many worries ranging from the health of your baby to where to deliver, the last thing you might want to think about is nutrition during pregnancy. Chances are, you have cravings, food aversions and are…
Read MorePostpartum Depression vs. Baby Blues: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve recently given birth, but you aren’t sure if what you’re feeling is depression or just ‘baby blues,’ learn the key differences, common symptoms, and treatment options so you can ask for the right help. To describe the multitude of postpartum feelings would take up so much internet space, there wouldn’t be room for…
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