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Why BMI is BS: Health Experts Weigh In

BMI, or Body Mass Index, is an all-too-common yet flawed number that’s used to determine a person’s health. And while the tool can be useful in research and screening certain populations, it’s prone to inaccuracies when used to rate healthy individuals who exercise regularly. Our Bodies are More than a Category We know our bodies …

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How to Establish Milk Supply

How to establish milk supply From the time pregnancy happens we begin to worry about giving the best for our new baby on the way. Possibly you have chosen to breastfeed your newborn. Unfortunately, you might hear about many new mothers not being “able” to produce enough milk for their infants. The best way to …

Gestational Diabetes

What is gestational diabetes? Gestational Diabetes is an elevated blood sugar level in a pregnant woman that did not previously have a diagnosis of diabetes. These elevated blood sugar during pregnancy occur due to insulin resistance related to increased hormone levels.  It also increases health risks for both mom and baby during pregnancy and after …

High Protein Snacks for Postpartum Moms

We hear lots of talk about nutrition during pregnancy and nutrition for baby, but sometimes we forget to talk about nutrition for moms after they have the baby. After-baby nutrition is just as important for new moms as we are often up throughout the night, feeding constantly, healing from giving birth, all while taking care …