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I’m reading Aviva Romm’s new book, Hormone Int I’m reading Aviva Romm’s new book, Hormone Intelligence. The thing that is really resonating with me so far is this: “Normal” is not the same as “common.” Common issues such as painful periods, sluggish metabolism, and unexplained weight gain are just some examples of things that most women have been taught through our lives to just accept as “normal.” No! Common, yes, but not normal. They are signs of imbalances in the body, ones that we need to listen to. Hormone Intelligence is a reckoning in women’s health and demonstrates in clear ways how we can change the way we care for ourselves. Thank you, @dr.avivaromm for sharing your insights and wisdom. Brava. #hormoneintelligence #womenshealth #midwife #hormones
My beautiful and amazing preceptor (mentor) midwif My beautiful and amazing preceptor (mentor) midwife @hill_country_midwife is taking a hiatus this month. So I am too! Still lots of projects at home and office to work on, not to mention mounds of schoolwork, but I’m also taking this time to take care of myself, both physically and mentally. Some things I do to nourish myself: Meditating, tapping, yoga, exercise classes (with real people 👏), massages from professionals, visits to Korean baths, reading trashy novels, dinner with friends, playing my favorite music in the house and dancing when no one’s around, and when folks ARE around.... and yes, laying on the couch doing absolutely nothing. That last one is the hardest of all, y’all. Thank you @prntgdcolonized for the image and reminder. #birthworker #studentmidwife #selfcare #doula #midwifeinthemaking #midwife
My gift to myself for Mother’s Day was to stay o My gift to myself for Mother’s Day was to stay off social media. A day later, here’s what I’m resonating with... words and 🎨 from @spiritysol • Can we normalize mediocre Mother’s Day? You know- like for all the mamas who were up all night with a fussy babe and then up at the crack of dawn with the toddler. And for those mamas whose partners totally dropped the ball on a gift and flowers and breakfast in bed or any sort of acknowledgment at all of the incredible weight you carry every day. For the mamas who spent the day longing for rest or solitude, but got neither, and then felt guilty because the family day was so sweet (but a nap would have hit sweeter.) For those who miss their own mama or who miss the mama they never had, or wish they’d had. For the mamas working long shifts at hard jobs, and those spending the day away from their kids. For those who long to be mamas and those who should be celebrating their first Mother’s Day with a baby, but instead have broken hearts and empty arms. For the single mamas with no one around to celebrate them and no chance to take a break, and the birth mamas and foster moms and step moms and grandmamas filling the role of mom, and all the others who seem to be skipped over in the Hallmark cards. . And while we’re at it, let’s normalize messy feelings Mother’s Day for all those wading through grief and gratitude and navigating the huge feels that come with this role. And for the simple fact that this day is weird and low key toxic because we live in a society that wears us down, burns us out, gives us almost no support and then us throws some flowers at us and calls it even. . For every mama who spent the day brunching in bed there are many more who were sobbing behind the bathroom door or scrubbing yogurt out of the carpet or waiting tables for lousy tips. Motherhood is messy. We are wild, holy, complex, radiant, broken, beautiful beings and the expansiveness of our experience deserves so much more than just a day. So- here’s to our magic, messy feelings, and mediocre Mother’s Day. I hope you got a nap, or at least a cup of hot coffee sipped in silence 💜 #mothersday #mama #mamas #birth
No one can tell you how long it’s best for you t No one can tell you how long it’s best for you to #breastfeed. Sometimes, it may not be entirely up to you -- #breastfeeding challenges may mean breastfeeding is not in the cards, or your baby may self-wean before you were ready. And that is okay. If you do choose to and are able to breastfeed, figuring out the timeline is a dance based on a combo or your needs & your little’s - and both are important and valid! Traditionally 2 years old is the average age for weaning. I have one friend, from Ethiopia, who was nursed until he was 7 years old (he’s now a very successful entrepreneur and dad). I nursed my oldest until he was 4 and tandem nursed 3 more babies in a row. While your family may question your choice to breastfeed for longer, data supports #extendedbreastfeeding. The recommendations: 💧The AAP: at least 6 months and up to a year. After that, as long as “mutually desired by mother and infant.” 💧 The WHO: for at least the first 6 months, and “up to 2 years and beyond.” 💧 AAFP: at least 1 year, and says that the health of both mama and baby is optimal “when breastfeeding continues for at least 2 years.” Not only does breast milk retain its nutritional quality the duration you choose to breastfeed, but its composition will change depending on the dietary needs of your growing baby. One study found that after baby turns 1, milk has a higher energy & fat content to keep up with the needs of the now more active toddler. And if baby gets sick, your milk contains more antibodies for immune health! Benefits of extended BF’ing: 🌀 Protects kids from allergies 🌀 Reduces risk of type 1 and 2 diabetes 🌀Bonding, comfort, and relaxation. There are benefits for mom too including reduced risk of breast and ovarian cancer, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, & heart attack. #Breastfeeding takes a lot of work, time, and energy. It can feel overwhelming to be the #1 source of comfort and food! If you choose to breastfeed be compassionate with yourself. Carve out time to fill up your cup, so that you’re not pouring from empty - I can tell you from experience that just because your breasts are full of milk, doesn’t mean that your cup is. ✍️ @dr.avivaromm 📹@as.maze
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