National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Every October, the nation turns pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common form of non-skin cancer among women in the United States, but it can impact anyone with breast tissue. Breast Cancer:  People of all genders have breast tissue,...
Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding

Benefits: Human milk is the optimal source of nutrition for newborns and infants because they are not able to digest water or other foods.  Additionally, this also helps to boost their immune system and creates opportunities to bond with the feeding parent.  Other...
Breast Self-Exam: Do I Need to Do a Self-Exam

Breast Self-Exam: Do I Need to Do a Self-Exam

Breast cancer is one of most common cancers in women. The sooner you diagnose it, the easier it is to treat. The best way to find breast cancer early is getting regular screening tests done. One method of screening for breast cancer is giving yourself a breast exam,...
A Quick Birth Control Guide for Breastfeeding Moms

A Quick Birth Control Guide for Breastfeeding Moms

Birth Control for When You Are Breastfeeding There are many different birth control methods that you can use while breastfeeding to prevent pregnancy. Many of the options you can start using the same day, one month, or as soon as you are comfortable after delivery....