Category: Health & Wellness

In an era where we manage everything from banking to fitness through our smartphones, it’s no surprise that pregnancy and postpartum care have gone digital too. With maternal care deserts growing and over 40% of U.S. births covered by Medicare and Medicaid, digital solutions are filling critical gaps. But can an app truly replace the reassuring touch of a midwife or the communal support of a mothers’ group?

Sleep is precious—especially when you’re growing or caring for a new human. If you’re struggling with sleep during pregnancy or after birth, you’re not alone. Research shows that up to 78% of pregnant women report disturbed sleep, with problems peaking in the third trimester.

The journey into motherhood doesn’t end with childbirth—in many ways, it’s just beginning. The first six weeks after giving birth represent a critical period that can profoundly impact a mother’s physical healing, emotional wellbeing, and long-term recovery. Yet in a culture that often rushes new mothers back to “normal life,” these crucial weeks rarely get the attention they deserve.

That uncomfortable, sweaty feeling after giving birth isn’t just in your head. New research reveals that your postpartum body temperature preferences are actually driven by real changes in your brain—and understanding this shift can make your recovery significantly more comfortable.

Imagine speaking to your smartphone for just a few minutes and receiving immediate feedback about your postpartum mental health. This isn’t science fiction—it’s rapidly becoming reality thanks to groundbreaking research combining artificial intelligence with maternal health care.

The first six weeks after childbirth are transformative—physically, emotionally, and socially. While much focus goes to preparing for birth, the postpartum period often catches new mothers by surprise with its intensity and complexity. Recent research reveals concerning gaps in postpartum support that affect maternal wellbeing during this critical adjustment period.

Can a single dose of a psychedelic drug effectively treat postpartum depression in just one week? Recent clinical trial results suggest this revolutionary approach might transform maternal mental health care, offering hope to women struggling during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions.

Are you noticing more hair in your shower drain or skin that’s lost its pregnancy glow? You’re not alone. As new mothers navigate the physical changes that come after childbirth, many are turning to a buzzy new wellness trend: colostrum-collagen supplements. But do they actually work? Let’s separate the hype from the reality.

Are you staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, wondering if that sleep app you downloaded might actually help? You’re not alone. With pregnancy often bringing disrupted sleep patterns and postpartum life leaving many women desperate for rest, the promise of a digital solution seems appealing—but does science support these claims?

When Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce’s wife Kylie recently confessed, “My body doesn’t feel like my body,” she captured what countless new mothers experience in the postpartum period. After giving birth to her third child, Kylie has been refreshingly candid about wearing maternity jeans weeks after delivery and the physical toll of recovery—giving voice to a reality that often gets glossed over in our highlight-reel culture.