Let’s Talk Babies

Good news on the postpartum depression front.  The State of New Jersey became the first state to require that all mothers be screened for postpartum depression prior to being released from the hospital.  The new law became effective late in 2006.
Early diagnosis of postpartum depression, or a risk of postpartum depression, can help ensure a [Read the rest]

The birth of a new baby is a joyous and happy occasion, but it can also be very overwhelming. When you consider all the changes you body is going through, particularly when it comes to your hormones, as well as the inevitable lack of sleep, the stress of adjusting to your new schedule and new [Read the rest]

Many hospitals and pediatricians advocate the practice of rooming in with your baby at the hospital. It allows for better bonding between mother and baby (dad and baby too), helps you get to know your child’s schedule and personality better before you head home, and has been found to help both mom and baby get [Read the rest]