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Learn everything you need to know about breastmilk supply from a UnityPoint Health lactation consultant. Find out reasons your milk supply could be decreasing and get expert tips on how to naturally increase your breastmilk supply and breastmilk flow. 

Severe period cramps, also known as dysmenorrhea, affect millions of women worldwide. While some discomfort during menstruation is expected, intense pain that disrupts your daily life isn't normal. Learn what causes severe period cramps and ways to find relief.

Learn the 6 common reasons your baby may be admitted to the NICU with guidance from UnityPoint Health. Understand the factors that lead to neonatal care and how the NICU team supports your baby's health and development.

Vaginal discharge raises common questions for women, including what’s normal and what’s not. Learn in-depth about female vaginal discharge, from healthy discharge colors, to what concerns might require a trip to see a provider.

The journey from pregnancy to giving birth to holding a newborn in your arms can come with many surprises. Whether you have difficulty concentrating during pregnancy, your water doesn’t break prior to labor, or you find yourself with a very hungry newborn after their birth, the path to parenthood has many twists and turns. 

Having a baby is a joyful time, but many women experience wrist and thumb pain postpartum. This can make caring for a newborn more challenging if it is difficult to keep up with newborn care. Don’t worry! There are ways to treat this common ailment.

While obstetrician-gynecologists (OB/GYN) are still the most common caregivers for pregnant women, midwives are growing in popularity. Planning ahead and knowing what options are available is an important step in selecting a caregiver. Read on to learn the essential differences between OB/GYNs and midwives and what factors you should consider before you make your decision.

The best way to ensure you are consuming enough folic acid is to take a multivitamin and eat a diet rich in folate foods. Here are 18 Foods Filled with Folic Acid to help get you started!

Discover the surprising causes of weight gain beyond diet and exercise. Learn when to be concerned and how to take control of your health with expert insights from UnityPoint Health.

Learn what to expect during the first trimester of pregnancy with UnityPoint Health. Discover weekly updates on your baby's development, early pregnancy symptoms, and tips for a healthy start to your pregnancy journey.