Postpartum Depression: more than just a case of the “Baby Blues”

Postpartum Depression: more than just a case of the “Baby Blues”

Holding your baby for the first time is said to be one of the most memorable experiences a new mother will go through. Many new moms don’t get to experience this overwhelming burst of joy or later joys as the baby develops: first smile, first giggle/laugh, funny poop faces and milestones like rolling over or…

Coping With Pelvic Pain

Coping With Pelvic Pain

Although pelvic pain affects about 16% of the population, and possibly more since it is under-reported, men and women who suffer from this condition often feel alone and isolated. Common feelings associated with pelvic pain include depression, anxiety, hopelessness, a sense of shame, a sense of feeling like damaged goods, suicidal thoughts, and frustration with…

A Six Pack Split (Abdominal Separation)

A Six Pack Split (Abdominal Separation)

This months blog is about splitting your ‘six pack’ and I don’t mean the beverages. We’re talking about separation of the abdominal muscle, the rectus abdominis, termed diastasis recti or recti diastasis. The easiest way to describe it is if your abdominal ‘six pack’ muscle divorced itself with the left and right side separating to…

Mastitis: Using Sound Waves to Successfully Treat Pain

Mastitis: Using Sound Waves to Successfully Treat Pain

The “breast is best” slogan has been around since 1978 when it was the title of a bestseller to promote breastfeeding. Breastfeeding continues to be a hot topic among moms, often leading to heated debates online. Regardless of their decision for baby’s nutrition, most moms agree more support for breastfeeding is needed. One of the…