Newborn screening is one of the first steps in a baby’s healthcare journey, but many parents aren’t sure whether these tests are mandatory, or even…
Author: Kirsten Fisch
Kirsten Fisch, MSN, RNC-MNN, IBCLC, LCCE
Kirsten is a women's health nurse who specializes in high-risk pregnancy and postpartum care. She is certified in Maternal Newborn Nursing, a board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), and a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. She works with women from conception through the postpartum period. Passionate about empowering women throughout their reproductive journeys, Kirsten combines evidence-based care with compassionate support to promote the health and well-being of mothers and babies.
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Breastfeeding vs. Bottle-Feeding: Finding What Works for You
Feeding a newborn is often described as the most natural thing in the world. But anyone who has tried it—whether through breastfeeding, bottle feeding, formula…
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Understanding Postpartum Skin Rashes: Causes and Remedies
“I’ve got this weird, itchy rash spreading across my belly. I don’t know what it is or if I should be worried.” A patient shared…
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We Listen, Then We Write: How Your Stories Shape Our Blog
How Do We Decide What to Write About on Our Blog? We get this question often, and the truth is, we don’t create “content” just…
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To All the Mothers: A Mother’s Day Reflection
This year, we sent out a Mother’s Day message — for some, it hurt.It was meant to offer care, but it landed as a reminder…
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Understanding Postpartum Anemia: What New Moms Need to Know
Bringing a new life into the world is a beautiful, transformative experience, but also physically demanding. As the body recovers from childbirth, one common but…
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Can Childbirth Cause Endometriosis? Here’s What You Need to Know
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects approximately 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the…
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Snuggle Up, Mama! Are Pregnancy Pillows Worth the Hype?
Are Pregnancy Pillows Worth It? Here’s What You Need to Know If you’re pregnant—or planning to be—you’ve probably come across pregnancy pillows while scrolling for…
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The Silent Struggle: Postpartum Mental Health in a Culture of Perfection
Bringing a new life into the world is one of the most transformative, beautiful, and challenging experiences a person can go through. And while baby…
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Expecting Big Things? Here’s What to Know About Large for Gestational Age Babies
What to Expect When Your Baby is LGA (Large for Gestational Age) Hearing that your baby is measuring large for gestational age (LGA) during pregnancy…