The arrival of a new baby brings a lot of joy, doubts, and challenges. Newborns need to feed every few hours, either on breast milk or formula milk. But what are the differences between the kinds of formula milk? How…
Although people know the nutritional value of milk proteins, they don’t really know a lot about the functional value of…
Why is studying the biology of breast cancer crucial in the fight against this disease? It’s always been said that…
Today we’d like to speak about the importance of psychological care for new moms. When a child is born, a new mom is born as well. But the care and attention one and the other receive are quite different. The…
As a mother, one of the concerns I’ve always had, besides being a good mom, is to be a fun mom. We all know that parenting isn’t easy. There are so many things that we have to think about, like…
Over the years, books, films, and series have shaped the idea of the perfect mother – a “superwoman” capable of amazing things both at work and in her family life. And, moreover, this image of the “superwoman” conveys the message…
Crying in babies is a topic that worries parents a lot, especially because it’s so common. The big question is: why do babies cry? Although we want a single answer, the truth is that babies can cry for different reasons.…
Vulvar itching is a clinical manifestation of a possible alteration or disease that you should talk to your doctor about.…
There are many mothers out there who first choose to breastfeed their babies but eventually abandon the practice. It can…
Genetic inheritance is just one of the risk factors of ovarian cancer. The mutation in the genetic material of cells causes a massive increase in their number, which leads to a tumor. These DNA alterations can be spontaneous, meaning they’re…
Experts estimate that approximately 4% of babies are breech. In virtually all health facilities, if the baby isn’t head first in the mother’s pelvis (in the cephalic position), medical professionals may perform an elective Caesarean section for a breech baby…
There’s no doubt that the arrival of a baby changes the life of any family. Routines and priorities change drastically.…
Breast milk fats have functions beyond simple nutrition. Milk is a living, changing tissue and, as such, its composition isn’t…
Although it might seem crazy to some people, there’s a universal theme for parents: baby’s feces. It certainly isn’t the most common…
Breast exams include several essential tests that help you control your breast health. These tests include mammography and breast ultrasound, among others. A breast self-examination (BSE) allows women to know their breasts and to detect changes that may occur in…
Breastfeeding in special cases is a common cause for consultation. This is because mothers are afraid or surrounded by false beliefs that often negatively influence them. In this sense, it’s important to understand that it’s always best to breastfeed a…
After a woman gives birth and returns home, a period of important changes starts that sometimes doesn’t correspond with what…
Attachment is a bond that’s created between a baby and his or her caregivers. Normally, the attachment figures are the…
Every year, the vast majority of people make a list of resolutions to be fulfilled during the 365 days of the year ahead. These resolutions make us reflect on the things we have, what we’d like to have or do,…
Education is determined from the earliest years of life, which is why parents have a very important and complicated responsibility.…