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Swelling During Pregnancy: What to Expect and How to Manage

It should come as no surprise that pregnancy—while a unique and amazing time for parents—can come with some extra bodily changes and side effects. One of the most common changes you may experienc…
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How Parents Can Use Emotional Co-Regulation With Toddlers

Before digging into specific emotional co-regulation strategies, it is important to understand just what emotional co-regulation means. What Is Emotional Co-Regulation? The approach to process …
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How to Manage Gestational Diabetes

Some women who become pregnant develop gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that is diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy. Just like other types of diabetes, it af…
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Honor World Suicide Prevention Day With These Mental Health Tips

Suicide is a global epidemic, which is why September 10th was named World Suicide Prevention Day in 2003. Over one million people in the world die from suicide each year, and that number is growing. …
WFMC Health
(503) 585-6388
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The hours leading up to birth are stressful. Learn how a birth plan can reduce the stress experienced by you, your partner, and your family. 

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WFMC Health
(503) 585-6388
3.4/5 based on 185 Reviews

Strategies for Preventing Suicide

Suicide is a devastating situation that affects the lives of so many people. Individuals of all ages, backgrounds and cultures lose their lives every year due to suicide. September 5th-11th is Nation…
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"Enjoying the sunshine is a great way to stay healthy and have fun, but too much exposure can be harmful and lead to long-term consequences. Taking care of skin dramatically reduces one’s risks of d…

WFMC Health
(503) 585-6388
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Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy in Women

With so many variables in motion, getting pregnant can be a difficult process for many women. One problem that some women experience is an ectopic pregnancy. We’re going to discuss what an ectopic …
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"A baby’s first few months of life are filled with firsts: the first smile, first time sleeping through the night (hopefully), first time meeting family, and more. That first week after birth can also be exhausting as you and your family are likely still recovering from the experience of actually giving birth. If your birth was “normal,” this is usually around the time when you will have your first doctor’s appointment with your baby. Here is what you can expect and how you can best prepare." Read More

WFMC Health
(503) 585-6388
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4 Signs a Baby Is Getting Enough Milk

August is National Breastfeeding Month. Whether you are breastfeeding or formula feeding, you want to make sure your baby is well-fed and comfortable. It’s a bit easier with formula feedi…