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7 Ways to Support a Mother with Postpartum Depression

7 Ways to Support a Mother with Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Depression is serious and something that many mothers go through. It feels very lonely and can be difficult to navigate through the feelings that thoughts running through your head on a daily basis.
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Tips on Healthy Pregnancy

Tips on Healthy Pregnancy

There are many ways that a woman can stay healthy during pregnancy with what she takes internally and her activity level. But my favorite are the things we will talk about later in this article that you may not realize will assist in a healthy pregnancy.

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Delayed Cord Clamping

Pregnancy is coming close to an end and now it’s time to think about childbirth…

What does childbirth entail? What are the stages of labor? And what happens directly postpartum while still in the hospital?

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First Pregnancy Overwhelm

First Pregnancy Overwhelm

Your pregnancy has been going very well in comparison to other women whom you’ve talked to. There was minimal morning sickness and not much to complain about.

A family member has decided to throw you a baby shower and you are beyond excited. But now it’s time to register for baby things….

 

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First Prenatal Appointment

The first prenatal visit is usually something you are unsure of what to expect.

That first prenatal visit may look slightly different for everyone.
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Meet Heather Martin

 
The sterile scent of hospitals, the hushed, hopeful whispers, and the gnawing fear that lives in every waiting room – these became the unwanted backdrop of my life. It wasn't a single event, but a relentless series of challenges that slowly, profoundly, reshaped my understanding of health and ultimately, my purpose.

It began with my own daughter's cancer diagnosis. The helplessness I felt was amplified a thousandfold. As we navigated her treatment, I scrutinized every aspect of her care, seeking not just survival, but thriving. I began to ask different questions, looking beyond the conventional to see how diet, lifestyle, and a holistic approach could support her body through the immense challenges she faced.

Then, the world tilted on its axis with my beloved father. His terminal cancer diagnosis was a crushing blow, an unyielding reality that traditional medicine, for all its marvels, couldn't alter. We watched, we hoped, we grieved. In the midst of that raw pain, a seed of curiosity took root: Was there more to healing than what we were being told?

My own body then sent a jarring message. I experienced a hemiplegic migraine, an terrifying event that starkly mimicked stroke-like symptoms. The sudden loss of function, the fear, the uncertainty – it was a profound wake-up call. It forced me to confront my own health, which I had unconsciously neglected while caring for others. It was in that moment of vulnerability that I truly understood the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.

I realized then that I didn't just want to heal; I wanted to understand why we get sick and how to build true, resilient health from the ground up. I wanted to change the trajectory of my own life, and more importantly, my family's life, away from chronic illness and towards vibrant well-being.

This intense, personal journey ignited an unshakeable passion within me. I devoured knowledge, exploring functional nutrition, mind-body practices, and the profound impact of lifestyle on health. I became an integrative health practitioner because I couldn't keep this newfound understanding to myself. My deepest desire is to guide others through their own health challenges, to empower them with the knowledge and tools to create their own new beginnings, and to help them rewrite their family's health story, just as I've strived to do for my own. It's not just a profession; it's a calling born from love, loss, and a relentless hope for a healthier future for all.
 

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