The six weeks after childbirth are critical for physical healing and emotional adjustment. But many new mothers skip their postpartum visit. Kirtly Jones, MD, and Meredith Grady, PT, explain why this ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Unplanned cesarean section delivery was tied to higher risk for postpartum depression (PPD) and increased odds ...

A postpartum intervention that prescheduled an annual primary care provider (PCP) appointment for pregnant participants increased their likelihood of visiting their PCP within the year after delivery, ...

While every postpartum journey is different, the one common denominator is that the more support a woman has, the better the outcome will be for her, her family and her career. But in the U.S., women ...

In the past decade, the rate of postpartum mood disorders has doubled nationwide. In Colorado, a village of nonprofits, hospitals, and researchers are working to change that. Over the next few weeks, ...

After giving birth, new mothers typically return for a follow-up appointment six to eight weeks later. But if postpartum depression symptoms emerge, “that can be a really long time for someone who is ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Many women suffer complications in the time between giving birth and the 6-week visit. A Women in Medicine ...

Although taking care of your baby while trying to recover from childbirth can be overwhelming, it’s important to schedule your postpartum checkup. “New moms get busy with life, and if they’re feeling ...

Findings from a Norwegian study reveal that comprehensive postpartum care by GPs improves women's satisfaction and addresses ...