One of the biggest concerns many moms-to-be have about childbirth is perineal tearing—and that’s totally understandable! The idea of tearing during delivery can sound intimidating,…
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.
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Pregnant and Moving? Here’s How to Make It Easier!
So, you’re preparing for a baby and a big move—at the same time? Talk about a full plate! Moving is already a major life event,…
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Expecting a Baby? How to Protect Your Mental Health When Navigating Online Advice
Pregnancy is an exciting journey, but let’s be honest—it can also feel overwhelming, especially when you start looking for advice online. One Google search about…
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Why Are Some Babies Born with Low Blood Sugar?
Why Are Some Babies Born with Low Blood Sugar? Bringing a newborn into the world is a joyful experience, but sometimes, unexpected health concerns arise—one…
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Collecting Colostrum Before Birth: Does It Increase the Risk of Preterm Labor?
As your due date approaches, you may have heard about collecting colostrum before birth to have an extra supply ready for your newborn. This practice…
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How to Balance Motherhood, Work & Self-Care Without Burnout
Becoming a mother is one of the most beautiful and life-changing experiences, but it is also exhausting. Between feedings, diaper changes, sleepless nights, and the…
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Signs That Labor Is Near: How to Know When It’s Time
As you approach your due date, you might find yourself analyzing every little twinge, wondering, “Is this it?” The anticipation of labor can be both…
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Low Amniotic Fluid: What It Means for Your Pregnancy and How to Manage It
Pregnancy comes with a lot of new medical terms, and if you’ve been told you have low amniotic fluid, it’s completely normal to feel a…
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Trusting Yourself as a Mom: How Decision-Making Stress Affects Mental Health
Becoming a mom comes with so many decisions—some big, some small, but all seemingly important. Should I breastfeed or formula-feed? Is co-sleeping safe? What’s the…
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Why Is My Baby Struggling to Nurse and Refusing the Bottle?
Feeding your baby should be a comforting and nourishing experience, but when they struggle to nurse and refuse the bottle, it can be stressful and…