Hi there, mom-to-be or new mom! Let’s have a heart-to-heart about something that doesn’t get talked about enough: how the medications we sometimes need during…
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.
Essential Medications for Newborns: What They Are and Why They’re Given
Welcoming a new baby into the world is a momentous occasion filled with joy and excitement. As a new parent, understanding the various medications your…
Breastfeeding and Medications: Key Insights for New Moms
Hello there new mothers! We know you’ve got a lot on your plate with a new baby and all, so let’s talk about something super…
Understanding How Medications Taken During Pregnancy and Childbirth Can Affect You Postpartum
Welcoming a new baby into your life is a beautiful and transformative experience. As you navigate through the joys and challenges of motherhood, you might…
Managing Fevers During Labor: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
Hello there! Welcoming your little one into the world is an exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking experience. While most labor processes progress smoothly, occasional hiccups can…
Understanding Preterm Labor: Key Differences in Care Before and After 34 Weeks
Hello everyone! Today, we’re discussing an important topic for expecting mothers: preterm labor and differences in managing preterm labor before and after 34 weeks. If…
Discovering Matrescence: The Transformative Path to Motherhood
Hello and welcome to a beautiful and transformative term that perfectly encapsulates the journey of becoming a mother: matrescence. This term might be new to…
New Baby Guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics: What Every Parent Needs to Know
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recently published new guidelines and insights that every parent should know about. As a leading authority in child…
Breastfeeding Your Late Preterm Baby: A Special Journey
Hello there, amazing new mamas! If you’ve recently welcomed a late preterm bundle of joy (that’s a baby born between 34-36 weeks), you might be…
The Postpartum Surprises No One Tells You About
Hey there, new mamas and mamas-to-be! We all know that bringing a new life into the world is a beautiful, life-changing experience. But let’s be…