Ask Anne… Question: I’ve gained weight since my baby was born. I use to work out at the gym regularly, but can’t do this now because I stay at home. I feel hungry and tired all the time. I don’t want to crash diet like I used to do. I am starting to feel depressed and take an “I don’t care …
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Ask Anne… Question: I have been under a lot of stress lately and no mater what I do, I’m still depressed. I am afraid that my milk will dry up before I am ready to stop breastfeeding my daughter. I’m looking for ways to maintain my milk supply, and I was wondering if Fenugreek would help. My daughter is only 24 days old and …
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Many mothers suffer from postpartum depression (PPD) after they give birth. It most often occurs during the early weeks or months, but it can show up anytime during the first year. First time moms are more likely to experience PPD. No one knows exactly what causes it, or why some women get depressed and other don’t. We do know that …
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I have not struggled with Postpartum Depression, but I had a difficult first week home with Jack. I have a long history of anxiety and it was something we were all watching for as I hobbled to my feet as a new Mom. The first night was scary. Jack cried a lot (although at that time one peep out of …
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During her pregnancy, every mom thinks about how she will feed her baby when he arrives. Moms know that breast milk is the best choice. Most of them know that doctors are now recommending exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, and continued breastfeeding for a year or more. Most moms want to breastfeed, and try to nurse. In the …
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