If you’re preparing for childbirth or recently delivered with the help of anesthesia, you might be wondering, “How long will this anesthesia last?” From epidurals…
Author: Carole Falletta
Carole Falletta, MS, MA, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, RNC-EFM, IBCLC, LCCE
- Carole is a nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience in nursing, specializing in women's health, newborn care, and reproductive and postpartum mental health. Actively practicing in healthcare, she supports women and families during the perinatal journey through compassionate, evidence-based care. A dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric and family health, Carole is also an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, combining her clinical expertise and passion for education to empower mothers and babies.
Umbilical Cord Prolapse: Why This Rare Labor Complication Needs Immediate Attention
When you’re in labor, the umbilical cord is your baby’s lifeline, delivering essential oxygen and nutrients. In most births, the baby moves down the birth…
Membrane Sweeping Explained: A Gentle Nudge Toward Labor
As you near the end of pregnancy, your healthcare provider might mention a procedure called “sweeping the membranes” or “membrane sweeping”—also known as “stripping the…
Navigating the Ambivalence of Motherhood: It’s Okay to Feel Conflicted
Motherhood is often painted as a time filled with pure joy, love, and fulfillment. We see images of serene, glowing moms cradling their babies, radiating…
Should You File or Clip Newborn Fingernails? A Friendly Guide for New Parents
Bringing home a newborn comes with so many surprises, and one tiny surprise that can be easy to overlook is just how long those little…
How to Manage Breastfeeding When You Have Help at Night Right from the Start
Bringing a new baby home is a joyful but tiring experience, especially when it comes to those long, sleepless nights. If you’re fortunate enough to…
Surviving the Sleepless Nights: Tips for New Moms (Especially if You Have Another Child!)
Let’s be honest—sleep becomes a distant memory once you bring a newborn home! The round-the-clock feedings, diaper changes, and soothing sessions can leave you feeling…
When Pregnancy Isn’t Magical: Embracing the Ups and Downs
Pregnancy is an exciting and transformative time, but let’s be honest—it’s not always a walk in the park. Between the morning sickness, body changes, and…
How Often Do Women Experience False Labor?
As you approach the end of your pregnancy, you’re probably counting down the days (or hours!) until you meet your baby. But what happens when…
How Mindful Meditation Can Help You Enjoy the Postpartum Period
The postpartum period is often described as a whirlwind—a beautiful, exhausting, emotional time that brings joy, challenges, and many new experiences. Whether it’s your first…