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Health system marks National Breastfeeding Month If you are considering nursing your baby—or you’re already a breastfeeding expert—you no doubt know about breast milk’s big benefits for your little one. But did you know nursing is good for mo...
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By: Dr. Abbie Byrom, Pediatrics August is National Breastfeeding Month which brings awareness to the benefits of breastfeeding and the healthy outcomes for babies who are breastfed. After having a baby, mothers are faced with many decisions. One of the most import...
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...see Hospital Association recently recognized Tennova Healthcare – Clarksville with its’ BEST for Babies Award for the hospitals efforts to reduce infant deaths in Tennessee. The BEST award stands for breastfeeding, early elective delivery reduction and safe sleep for Tennessee babies. TDH has partnered with Tennessee birthing hospitals since 2014 to promote safe sleep for infants and help give Tennessee babies...
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...Monday through Friday during the day. Mothers may ask their nurse about the class while they are patients in the hospital. These new classes join Tennova’s existing offerings, which include Prenatal, Breastfeeding and Sibling Classes. Prenatal Classes help parents-to-be anticipate situations that may arise during pregnancy and labor. Classes offer information on what to expect during labor, relaxation techniqu...
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...e the age of 20 also have a lower lifetime risk of breast cancer. Mothers with five full-term pregnancies are about 50% less likely to develop breast cancer than women who have not delivered a child. Breastfeeding can also lower breast cancer risk and decrease the risk of ovarian cancer. Women who breastfeed are also less likely to develop heart disease or die from cardiovascular disease than women who do not ...
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...e the age of 20 also have a lower lifetime risk of breast cancer. Mothers with five full-term pregnancies are about 50% less likely to develop breast cancer than women who have not delivered a child. Breastfeeding can also lower breast cancer risk and decrease the risk of ovarian cancer. Women who breastfeed are also less likely to develop heart disease or die from cardiovascular disease than women who do not ...
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You took breastfeeding and prenatal classes, read every book you could get your hands on, and soaked up all the advice you could get from friends and family. However, all of that pales in comparison to the reality of carin...
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...y and quality, our program is award winning as evidenced through our Best for Babies by the TN Department of Health designation for success in three areas critical to reducing infant mortality in TN: breastfeeding initiation, sustained progress in reducing early elective delivery and safe sleep policy sustainment. Our program is also designated as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Maternity Care by Blue Cross Blu...
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...your footing. According to the Pew Research Center, 45 percent of moms with kids younger than 6 years say parenting is tiring all or most of the time. How can you make the adjustment easier? You took breastfeeding and prenatal classes, read every book you could get your hands on, and soaked up all the advice you could get from friends and family. However, all of that pales in comparison to the reality of carin...
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... at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune, NJ, and is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. Her special interests include pediatric and adolescent gynecology; obstetrics care and management; breastfeeding support including lactation consultation; contraceptive management; and menopause treatment including bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Bennett is skilled in minimally invasive procedures...
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...ipping one meal each day Before starting any diet plan, talk with your doctor. Fasting isn’t for everyone and is discouraged if you: Have a history of eating disorders Are underweight Are pregnant or breastfeeding Are diabetic Have liver disease Have a pre-existing heart issue While fasting diets are becoming increasingly popular, you may not think you’re disciplined enough to give up a meal or cut calories so...
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...ctory . Birth and Parenting Education Classes - Tennova Healthcare offers a range of classes designed to prepare you and your family for your joyous addition, including classes for expectant parents, breastfeeding, infant safety and CPR, fitness classes, how to help siblings adjust and more. Select a region below to see available classes. East Tennessee Middle Tennessee -->
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...ed infection Statin preventive medication Tobacco use Tuberculosis Healthcare.gov says women may have access to additional preventative screenings, including: Birth control Bone density Breast cancer Breastfeeding support and counseling Cervical cancer screening/Pap test Folic acid supplements Gestational diabetes Maternal depression Preeclampsia Rh incompatibility screening *Preventive care services often dep...
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...he crib. This includes pillows, blankets, and bumper pads. Wedges and positioners should not be used. Pregnant woman should receive regular prenatal care. Don't smoke during pregnancy or after birth. Breastfeeding is recommended. Offer a pacifier at nap time and bedtime. Avoid covering the infant's head or overheating. Do not use home monitors or commercial devices marketed to reduce the risk of SIDS. Infants ...
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...ova proceed as they always have and most adjacent procedures remain available. Tubal ligation after delivery is an option if a mother is negative for COVID-19 and circumcisions can also be performed. Breastfeeding is encouraged, even for moms who test positive for COVID-19 and can protect their infant by wearing a mask. The Birthing Center at North Knoxville Medical Center offers a full spectrum of maternity s...
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...Center+ for Maternity Care designation agreed to meet requirements that align with principles that support evidence-based practices of care, as well as having initiated programs to promote successful breastfeeding, as described in the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative by Baby-Friendly USA or the Mother-Friendly Hospital program by the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services (CIMS) through its “Ten Ste...
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...ways have and most associated procedures remain available. Tubal ligation after delivery is an option for mothers negative for COVID-19, and circumcisions can also be performed while at the hospital. Breastfeeding is encouraged, even for moms who test positive for COVID-19, but who can protect their infant by wearing a mask. The Birthing Center at Newport Medical Center was renovated in 2019 to enhance the env...
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... Factors That May Decrease and Increase the Risk of Ovarian Cancer Factors which may decrease the risk of ovarian cancer include: Oral contraceptive use Removal of fallopian tubes and/or ovaries, and Breastfeeding Factors which may increase the risk of ovarian cancer: Personal or family history of ovarian, breast, uterine or colorectal cancer. Approximately 20% of ovarian cancer is hereditary. Any female who h...
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...alth. In these cases, the midwife will accompany the woman to the operating room and remain with her for support. A CNM will resume care post-operatively to facilitate bonding and early initiation of breastfeeding.” In addition to attending births, Tennova’s nurse midwives provide a wide range of women’s health services, such as annual exams, nutrition counseling, parenting education and reproductive health vi...
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...alth. In these cases, the midwife will accompany the woman to the operating room and remain with her for support. A CNM will resume care post-operatively to facilitate bonding and early initiation of breastfeeding.” In addition to attending births, Tennova’s nurse midwives provide a wide range of women’s health services, such as annual exams, nutrition counseling, parenting education and reproductive health vi...
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