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The Postpartum Experience of My Dreams is Now a Reality.
Melissa Gallagher is co-founder and CEO of Alma Care, a company that offers customized postnatal support services both in-home and through a postnatal retreat experience at Toronto’s Kimpton Saint George Hotel. We spoke to Melissa about the gap in postpartum care she’s hoping to fill and her company’s take on the Chinese concept of postpartum confinement.
Understanding Postpartum Depression: Risk Factors and Prevention
Signs and Symptoms of postpartum depression
How to Improve Your Relationship as a New Parent
Want to know how to improve your relationship as a new parent? Here are some of the key strategies that we teach the couples who come to us for support.
Understanding Postpartum Anxiety: How to Recognize the Signs and Find Relief
Don't let postpartum anxiety interfere with your daily life, learn to recognize the signs of postpartum anxiety and how to cope so that you can enjoy motherhood
How I’ve Managed My Postpartum Sugar Cravings
Find out how Dara navigated her postpartum cravings and why it's okay to go along with them. Learn how sugar addiction is a myth and how to stop restrictions.
Navigating The Emotional Rollercoaster: Understanding Postpartum Mood Swings
Discover how to navigate the ups and downs of postpartum mood swings with MamaCare. Learn valuable insights and tips for managing your emotional journey.
Navigating a Sexless Marriage After Baby
Are you stuck in a sexless marriage after having a baby? You're not alone! Discover ways to navigate your intimacy challenges with help from MamaCare.
Breastfeeding Baby: When Dad Feels Left Out
Are you a dad who feels left out of breastfeeding? You're not alone! Discover simple ways to bond with your baby that go beyond feeding.
What to Say to Someone Who Has Experienced a Pregnancy Loss or Baby Loss.
What to say to someone who has experienced an infant loss or baby loss
I Hate My Life After Having a Baby—Is Something Wrong With Me?
If you’re thinking, “I hate my life after having a baby,” know that you’re not alone. Becoming a mom is a tough transition—here are some tips to help you cope.
Why is Marriage So Hard After Having a Baby?
Wondering why marriage is so hard after having a baby? We have the answers and advice you’re looking for.
6 Mantras for Moms to Help You Thrive in Motherhood
Looking for some positive words to help you through the challenges of motherhood? These 6 mantras for moms will help you thrive as you navigate the ups and downs of parenting.
How to Take Care of Your Mental Health After Having a Baby
It’s important for your well-being to take care of your mental health after having a baby. Follow these three tips to help you navigate the challenging postpartum period
Is It Normal to Resent Your Husband After Having a Baby?
Is it normal to resent your husband after having a baby? You’re not alone. Here’s what you can do to get your marriage back on track.
5 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Postpartum Depression
Get ahead of postpartum depression. Read this article from MamaCare Health for ways to reduce your risk of PPD.
Managing Temper Tantrums: How To Handle Your Toddler’s Big Feelings
Do you need help managing temper tantrums? Here are some tips from MamaCare Health to help you make it through the tough toddler stage.
The Struggle With Breastfeeding: When is Enough Enough?
Struggling with breastfeeding your child? You’re not alone. Societal pressures to breastfeed can lead new moms to feel like failures. No matter how you choose to feed your baby, your decision should be met with support—and without any judgment.
Transitioning To Parenthood: The 4 Things You Need To Know
Here are four things that all parents transitioning to parenthood would benefit from knowing before their baby arrives.
What Every Parent Needs to Know About Bonding With Their Baby
There is a myth that bonding with your baby should happen immediately. Yet that is not a reality for many parents. Bonding is something that builds over time.