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Newborn Feeding


Why is Bringing Home a Newborn Home so Overwhelming?
The first 72 hours with a newborn. Bringing a newborn home is overwhelming because parents face sudden sleep deprivation, healing physical trauma, and an immediate learning curve regarding baby feeding and behavioral cues. The first 72 hours after coming home with a newborn rarely match the picture-perfect stories. Instead of calm bonding moments, many families feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure of what to do next. Feeding can feel nonstop and unpredictable. Sleep may b
Sonal Patel, MD
Jul 63 min read


The Village We Lost: Why New Mothers Need Community Again
“It takes a village” remains true because human beings were never designed to raise children alone. While modern life may look different than it once did, the need for connection has not changed.
Sonal Patel, MD
May 282 min read


What If I Don't Breastfeed? Infant Feeding Choices and Support
Do I really have a choice? In a world where breastfeeding is often hailed as the gold standard for infant nutrition, it's crucial to acknowledge the myriad of reasons why some mothers choose not to, or cannot, breastfeed. From medical conditions and physical challenges to personal preferences and societal pressures, the journey of feeding an infant is unique to each mother but open to societal judgement. Can we really explore the implications of not breastfeeding without cas
Sonal Patel, MD
May 213 min read
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