Tag: OB
Why some providers are saying no to APNO
All purpose nipple ointment is a 3 part mixture of antibiotic, anti-fungal, and steroidal ointment. It is usually prescribed when someone has nipple damage and the basic care measures aren’t working, like checking latch and positioning, using lanolin or other nipple balms, using correct flange size, etc.. APNO is a sort of “throw the kitchen…
Vaginal Scar Tissue
Are you Postpartum and having painful intercourse? Did you have a tear or episiotomy during labor? Then you might have a painful scar. For a visual presentation see my Youtube video explaining this same topic. Did you know about 9/10 first time moms have some form of tear or episiotomy during their labor? That is…
Postpartum Physical and Emotional Struggles
The lovely fourth trimester. It’s the most amazing feeling when you get to meet your little one for the first time, but no-one ever conveys exactly how rough the postpartum phase can be. To be honest, I’m just over five months postpartum and am STILL having issues. I’d love to tell you there is a…
