breastfeeding

 Postpartum belly, Post pregnancy weight loss
Though it seems difficult, post partum weight loss is possible. You can gain your original form over a period of six to nine months. It is important not to rush the weight loss, but do it gradually so that your body gets adequate time to recover from the childbirth and[...]

 Health advice on vaginal redness and irritation | Treat vaginal redness and irritation
Identify the cause for your daughter's irritation.  Perhaps it is yeast, compounded by a food sensitivity.  Perhaps it is something else.   So, eliminate the food sensitivity (could be dairy, wheat, etc.)  If she is breastfeeding, perhaps she just needs a boost of probiotics (and[...]

 Alternative cures for constipation | Natural cure for constipation
Constipation can be caused by an imbalance in digestive flora.  Perhaps some neonatal acidophilus would help.  Also, if the infant is breastfeeding, the mother can also take acidophilus and fish oil.  Some infants have structural intestinal difficulties.  So if other treatments are unsuccessful,  the infant[...]

 Cure and risk for chicken pox
The best prevention for any contagious disease is a strong immune system.  Immune supporting therapies such as castor oil packs, dry skin brushing etc. and sufficient protein are important ways to rebuild your body after giving birth.  For your baby, breastfeeding can provide many immune system benefits. Sufficient[...]

 Thrush Breastfeeding
Thrush Breastfeeding Candida albicans or thrush is a fungal infection in a baby’s mouth which can spread to the mother’s breasts. The infected can spread back and forth between the mother and baby. In the mother it can cause cracked nipples, deep shooting pain in the breasts during[...]

 Information on Breast Feeding
Advice on Breast FeedingA small amount of milky discharge after you have stopped breastfeeding is quite normal. This may also continue for some time after your baby has been weaned off to the bottle. However, it is essential that you get this condition checked out by a doctor before you[...]

 Question on arnica - Arnica advice: what is arnica - Arnica is a
Arnica is a perennial plant native to Europe and North America. The yellow-orange flowers of this plant are used in medical preparations (both fresh and dried form). Tropically arnica is used for different conditions like bruises, muscle aches, sprains, inflammation, rheumatic pain, wound healing, insect bites and swelling caused[...]

 Health advice to lose weight after pregnancy | Remedies and cures to lose weight after pregnancy
It is very important to lose the gained weight during pregnancy after child birth. This should however be a planned process by combining diet and exercise together. Be focused, set a goal to lose at least 1/2 kg maximum per week. Avoid going on fad diets, as your nutritional[...]

 Breast Infection & Inflammation (mastitis), Immunological Factors
Breast infection & inflammation (mastitis) is categorized by redness, swelling, pain, infection and tenderness. It frequently occurs during breastfeeding. You should consult a doctor if such condition persists. Your health care provider will then decide whether antibiotics are necessary to control these symptoms or not. If neglected this type of[...]

 Lactating Women Health Advice
Health Advice on Breast Milk Breast feeding or lactating can occur during pregnancy and after a woman stops lactating as well. This happens because a woman's body is still producing hormones that stimulate her breasts to produce milk. Generally after a woman stops breast feeding, she stops lactating[...]