Lindsay Pfeiffer

Lindsay Pfeiffer

Why Iron Matters for New Moms

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Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) during the postpartum period can seriously affect maternal cognitive functions and emotional health. Research, such as the study by John L. Beard and others, found that mothers experiencing IDA had altered cognitive and behavioral performances, which…

Hormones and Benefits for Postpartum Recovery

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Your placenta is composed of beneficial hormones, chemicals, iron, and proteins. These healing substances include: Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone: Contributes to mammary gland development in preparation for lactation; stabilizes postpartum mood; regulates post-birth uterine cramping; decreases depression; normalizes and stimulates libido.…