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Cradle Cap: Understand and Treat It!
Cradle cap is an incredibly common, unsightly, yet harmless breakout of flakiness on a baby’s head. It is REALLY NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT!
Molly Levin Rouse
Jul 26, 20213 min read
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9 Things You NEED to Know About Postpartum
I didn’t realize how arduous and difficult it would be to traverse the miles-long overgrown valley on the other side (of birth).
Alyssa Allegretti
Jul 1, 20219 min read
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The Root Cause of Perinatal Mood Disorders
This past week, I read an article about postpartum depression in our local newspaper. At first I was pleased about the growing awareness...
Molly Levin Rouse
Apr 1, 20215 min read
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What does your baby's crying mean?
We want our babies and children to be happy…and happiness means no crying. Right? Nope. Crying is how newborn babies communicate their...
Molly Levin Rouse
Mar 12, 20213 min read
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The Power of Ritual and Belonging
This past weekend, I participated in a community blessing of a couple on the brink of giving birth to their first child. It was simple...
Molly Levin Rouse
Jan 28, 20214 min read
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Why Prepare for the 4th Trimester?
Sometimes the intense impulse to learn as much as possible in order to avoid a stressor can cause more stress than we seek to alleviate....
Molly Levin Rouse
Jan 9, 20214 min read
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A Midwife's View of Postpartum
Judie is a new friend of mine and has been a Certified Nurse Midwife for over 40 years. She was trained at Downstate Medical Center in...
Judie Brock
Nov 4, 20202 min read
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Postpartum Support Amidst Covid 19
Covid 19, and the ways in which we are all seeking to keep ourselves and families safe, is changing what postpartum care looks like...
Molly Levin Rouse
Oct 18, 20205 min read
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9 Ways to Deal with Postpartum Anxiety Amidst Global Anxiety
New mothers are particularly prone to feel heightened anxiety as they and their partners navigate baby care, identity transformation,
Molly Levin Rouse
Jul 20, 20207 min read
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Postpartum Perfect Sweet Potato Pancakes
Sweet potatoes are one of the best vegetables for this time of life! The sweetness and earthiness are sure to ground you as you get to know
Molly Levin Rouse
Jun 12, 20201 min read
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January ~ Earth's Postpartum Window
I love reminders of how the rhythms of our lives are connected with the earth. When I tune into Mother Earth, her seasons, and myself I...
Molly Levin Rouse
Jan 26, 20202 min read
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The Hidden Meaning of Mastitis and a Natural Treatment
Having mastitis is absolute misery. Achy and feverish, your body is not where you want to hang out.
Molly Levin Rouse
Dec 30, 20193 min read
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Blueberry Pumpkin Bread
'Tis the season of pumpkin spice! This recipe is delish - approved by pregnant and postpartum mamas as well as toddlers and papas!
Molly Levin Rouse
Oct 22, 20192 min read
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Dairy-free Cheese Sauce
When clients need a creamy salty treat without the dairy, I turn to this sauce. I use it in my Mexican Casserole, with pasta, or as a...
Molly Rouse
Sep 27, 20191 min read
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3 Foods to Avoid in Early Breastfeeding
For most newborns, one of the hardest parts of adapting to life outside the womb is digestion. Just like the respiratory system, the...
Molly Rouse
Sep 27, 20193 min read
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Cooling Fruity Chia Pudding
Chia pudding is the perfect breakfast or dessert. It is dense in calories, fiber and nutrition, and cooling for hot summer days...perfect...
Molly Rouse
Aug 23, 20191 min read
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Fermented Carrots
Get your ferment on! They are so cheap and easy to make yourself. I know some folks are scared that they might screw up the process, but...
Molly Rouse
Jul 19, 20192 min read
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The Best Gift We Can Give Our Children
We all want the best for our kids, right? We do what we can to provide stimulating environments, secure attachment, positive...
Molly Rouse
Jul 18, 20194 min read
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Postpartum Tea
This is a wonderful combination of nourishing herbs to fortify new mamas! Drink it at room temperature or cold for refreshing summer...
Molly Rouse
Jun 20, 20192 min read
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Creating YOUR Mothering Environment
I’ve been enjoying listening to a book called Willpower Doesn't Work: Discover the Hidden Keys to Success by Benjamin Hardy over the last...
Molly Rouse
Jun 20, 20194 min read
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