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Ginger: A Common Condiment with Extraordinary Benefits

Ginger is a versatile spice used across many cultures known for its unique flavor and aroma. It's also used as a natural remedy natural remedy, to assist with concerns such as migraines, nausea, colds, and constipation. For breastfeeding mothers, ginger can be beneficial. It may support natural milk production, although results can vary from person to person. Health Benefits of Ginger Reduce Nausea: Ginger can help relieve nausea and vomiting during pregnancy and in some cases after birth. Support Digestion: Studies show that ginger can ease stomach cramps, prevent bloating and gas, and improve digestion. Reduce Oxidative Stress: Ginger is rich in antioxidants, which help protect your body’s cells from damage. Alleviate Pain: Ginger’s anti-inflammatory properties can help with pain,...

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What are Postpartum Symptoms?

Introduction Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience, and postpartum symptoms are a natural part of that experience. However, it is important to understand these symptoms and how to manage them to ensure a healthy and happy postpartum period. What are Postpartum Symptoms? Postpartum symptoms refer to the physical and emotional changes that occur in a new mother's body after giving birth. These symptoms can last for a few weeks to a few months, and vary from person to person. PHYSCICAL SYMPTOMS Vaginal soreness After delivery, you might experience vaginal soreness, which can be due to vaginal tears or episiotomy. To manage this symptom, you can use a cold pack or a warm compress to the affected area. Additionally, you...

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International Women's Day featuring Wendy Wen, Founder of The Herborium

We’d like to take this opportunity to highlight and share the stories of a few women and mothers who have inspired inclusivity within the postpartum space; featuring Wendy Wen, founder of The Herborium. Tell me about yourself - a brief overview of your professional journey, business endeavours and your experiences in motherhood. I'm Wendy and recently became a mama to our 3-month-old bubba, Penelope. I am also the founder of the Herborium, where we simplify and demystify Chinese herbs and their healing benefits for modern living, based on ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles. We are passionate about using TCM herbs as food therapy and teaching its principles to help mamas and families thrive. I grew up with Chinese herbs...

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International Women's Day featuring Liv Brown, Founder of Rattle Style

We’d like to take this opportunity to highlight and share the stories of a few women and mothers who have inspired inclusivity within the postpartum space; featuring Liv Brown, founder of Rattle Style. Tell me about yourself - a brief overview of your professional journey, business endeavours and your experiences in motherhood. I am Liv the founder of Rattle Style. I am on a mission to empower mums to rediscover themselves through style. I feel as though I came into motherhood quite naive, when I had my first baby Gussy I had no idea of the emotional rollercoaster that is trimester 4. As amazing as it is I quickly realised how isolating it can be and how vulnerable this time...

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Nourish Yourself to Nourish Your Baby

We often neglect our nourishment, especially during the early postpartum days, which are filled with feelings of overwhelm and chaos. A mother’s nutrients don’t only give her the energy to take care of herself and baby but also support breast milk production and aid in recovery post-birth. It is important to prioritise yourself as the focus is often shifted primarily to the baby in the postpartum period. Whilst it is essential to feed baby, nutrition for the mother is just as important, if not more. Postpartum depletion, as coined by Dr Oscar Serrallach, can last up to ten years post birth and much of this nutritional depletion is not restored before women then go on to have subsequent children, further...

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