As you prepare for breastfeeding, it’s normal to wonder about everything from how to hold your baby to whether your nipple shape will affect your…
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.
The Realities of Postpartum Life: Adjusting to Your New Normal with Baby
When the whirlwind of childbirth settles, and you finally bring your baby home, a new chapter begins—one that is often not talked about enough. It’s…
Why Labor Sometimes Doesn’t Progress: Understanding the Reasons and What to Do
Labor is an incredible, complex process that brings a new life into the world. However, as magical as it is, it doesn’t always go according…
When Pregnancy Isn’t Bliss: Navigating the Ups and Downs While Looking Forward to Your Baby
Pregnancy is often painted as a time of blissful anticipation and glowing radiance, but the reality isn’t always so rosy for everyone. If you find…
The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Mental Health in the Perinatal Period
Becoming a parent is one of the most exciting and life-changing experiences, but it also brings with it many challenges, especially when it comes to…
Safety Concerns: Keeping Your Newborn Safe Around a Toddler
Bringing home a newborn is an exciting time, but if you already have a toddler at home, it can also bring some new safety concerns….
Breastfeeding a Newborn While Caring for a Toddler: Tips and Encouragement for Moms
Breastfeeding a newborn is a beautiful and rewarding experience, but when you add a busy toddler to the mix, it can feel like you’ve taken…
Navigating Postpartum Recovery with a Toddler in Tow: What to Expect the Second Time Around
Hello, lovely mamas! Congratulations on welcoming your newest bundle of joy into the world! As you embark on this beautiful journey of recovery and adjustment,…
Will Childbirth Be Different the Second Time Around? Let’s Talk About It!
So, you’re gearing up for baby number two (or maybe number three, four, or beyond)! First of all, congratulations! Whether your first childbirth experience was…
When is the Best Time to Share the Big News?
Finding out you’re pregnant is a thrilling and joyous moment, one that you might want to shout from the rooftops. But deciding when to share…