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Preparing for an optimal postpartum period

4/15/2018

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​Whether you are having your first baby or your fifth, many expectant parents worry about the early weeks and months after baby's arrival. And for good reason. Up to 80% of new parents experience the baby blues, which are defined as a normal adjustment period in the first 2-3 weeks after birth that resolve without treatment. But 15-20% of new parents will have more serious issues with Postpartum Mood Disorders (PPMDs), both depression and anxiety. 

First and foremost, if you or someone you love is dealing with potential postpartum anxiety or depression, make sure to reach out for help immediately. In the Twin Cities we have Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Minnesota which can connect folks with support including health care professionals when needed.

If you are currently pregnant and want to explore ways to prevent or minimize postpartum mood disorders, read on!

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Our Placenta Encapsulation team is growing again!

4/3/2018

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I am thrilled to welcome Ariel Ewefada to the Bywater Birth placenta encapsulation team. I swear it's a total coincidence that all of our names begin with "A"! 

Like all members of our team, Ariel has a separate work space in her home dedicated to placenta encapsulation. This safety practice sets the Bywater Birth team apart from many other folks in the metro area offering this service. As placenta encapsulation grows in popularity we are growing to make sure our clients always get the fast and professional service they expect from Bywater Birth. 

Check out a bit more about Ariel...

Ariel Ewefada is a local Twin Cities wife and mother that loves a good workout, book and cup of coffee. Most days you can find her running around with her two toddlers, at the Y, or chatting about births and current events. Joining and easily transitioning into the birth professional community in 2016 as a birth doula, Ariel hasn’t looked back since! She is certified as a birth doula by DONA International and will be getting her Lamaze certification later this year. She has a BA in International Relations from St. Cloud State with a minor in religious studies. Ariel is thrilled to serve even more postpartum families in the twin cities as a member of the Bywater Birth placenta encapsulation team.You can catch more of Ariel at www.birthtwincities.com.

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    Anne is a writer, birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, placenta encapsulator, and mother who is thrilled to be invited to support families throughout the pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey.

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