The first week of August is World Breastfeeding Week. This week is an opportunity to discuss topics and issues surrounding breastfeeding. Approximately 56% of babies in the United States receive breastmilk through six months of age. Breastfeeding has benefits for both moms and babies. Not only does it offer health benefits, but it is also…
Syphilis and congenital syphilis are on the rise in the United States. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It is spread through anal, oral, and vaginal sex. It can cause heart and brain damage, blindness, deafness, and paralysis when left untreated. But the good news is syphilis is both preventable and treatable. To prevent…
Babies are constantly growing and learning new skills. This can make it tricky to come up with new ways to play and engage with them. Playing and engaging with babies is not only fun, but it is also good for their development. Babies learn a lot from copying the things that their loved ones do.…
As your baby grows, they will slowly switch from only eating breastmilk or formula to eating some solid foods. This switch will happen over a few months. At first, introducing solids to your baby is about teaching them to chew and swallow. Eventually, babies start to gain nutritional benefit from the new foods. The American…
Baby wearing is the practice of carrying a baby with a wrap or device that leaves your arms and hands free. Parents find baby wearing has many benefits for their child and themselves when done safely. Keep reading if you want to learn more! Benefits of Baby Wearing Soothes and comforts the baby Allows…
The summer is a great time to take advantage of fresh fruits and veggies. Fruits and veggies are a good source of vitamins and minerals that you need to keep you and your baby healthy. They can also be quite refreshing in the heat of summer. It can be tricky to find fresh fruit and…
It is important to understand your reproductive anatomy. If you understand your anatomy, you can better understand your health conditions and advocate for yourself in appointments. Your reproductive system allows you to: have sex, have children, and menstruate. The system contains both internal and external parts. The external parts are those that you can see.…
What is Group Prenatal Care? Group prenatal care offers an alternative to traditional prenatal care, where pregnant mothers expecting to deliver around the same time gather in a group setting throughout their pregnancy. They receive prenatal care with extra support, education, and have extended time with their provider. These groups typically consist of 8 to…
Welcoming a new member into the family is exciting! As parents, making sure your baby is safe is a top priority. One important part of infant care is creating a safe sleep environment. Safe sleep practices reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related accidents. Always place your baby…
From left to right: Felicia, Linda, and Nada, WIN Network: Detroit Community Health Workers Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines, we have all been using technology more than ever to connect with one another. At WIN Network: Detroit, we are adapting our enhanced model of Group Prenatal Care (GPC) to a…
