by Dr. Haggerty | Oct 10, 2024 | Sh** No One Warns You About: Postpartum Edition
Intrusive or scary thoughts can be incredibly overwhelming, especially in those early months of parenting. You might find yourself worried about falling down the stairs with the baby, accidentally throwing them out of a window, or even having disturbing thoughts that...
by Dr. Haggerty | Oct 8, 2024 | Sh** No One Warns You About: Postpartum Edition
Let’s talk about a myth that’s been floating around: the idea that you should love every single minute of being a parent. How many times were you told during pregnancy or in those early postpartum days, “Make sure you love every minute!” or “Oh, you’ll love every...
by Dr. Haggerty | Oct 4, 2024 | Sh** No One Warns You About: Postpartum Edition
Let’s clear the air about something that’s often shrouded in unrealistic expectations: the instant bond with your baby. Society tells us that the moment we meet our newborn, we should be overwhelmed with love. But here’s the truth—this isn’t the reality for many new...
by Dr. Haggerty | Oct 1, 2024 | Sh** No One Warns You About: Postpartum Edition
So, you’ve just given birth and instead of basking in a magical newborn glow, you find yourself shaking like you’re naked in the middle of a Minnesota snowstorm—or perhaps like your bed is having its own mini-earthquake. Don’t worry; this is a common experience, and...
by Dr. Haggerty | Sep 24, 2024 | Sh** No One Warns You About: Postpartum Edition
When postpartum life hits, it might come with a surprise you didn’t expect: a tight-ass reality check! 🤪 Your pelvic floor, which you might have thought would be relaxed, can actually tighten up like a vault. This is especially true if you’ve experienced tears or...