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December 6, 2019
What Can Fathers Expect During Labor and Delivery?
Many first-time fathers do not know what to expect when preparing for the birth of their child. It may seem very overwhelming, intense and complicated when thinking about the birth process. You may have your own worries and concerns outside that of the mother and new baby. Here are some steps on... Read More
December 6, 2019
The Benefits of Working with a Doula
A doula, also known as a birth companion, is a trained professional in childbirth. The word doula comes from the Greek meaning “a woman who serves” or “handmaiden.” Doulas can provide educational, physical and emotional support to an expectant mother and her family during... Read More
December 6, 2019
Blue Genes
When I look into the mirror, I see me. ButI also see my mother. Yes, as we age, we can see our parents appearing right in front of us due to our genetics. There will be a certain way we look, gain weight, walk and even cross our legs based on genetics. Styles, as well as sizes, will come and... Read More
December 6, 2019
How can I bond with my baby during pregnancy?
Bonding with your baby during pregnancy is called attachment. Pregnancy is an ideal time to start the attachment process, which affects development significantly during pregnancy and after the baby arrives. Bonding with your baby is similar during pregnancy as it will be after baby is born. You can... Read More
December 6, 2019
Learning From Your Genes
Anytime I am on social media, I’m amazed at the number of ads lately for DNA testing. There are so many companies to choose from and so many different features they cover. What can our DNA tell us? What do our genes have to do with our present and daily life? Why the interest in the past and... Read More
December 3, 2019
Holiday Guests: Keep Them Healthy and Happy
Getting together with friends and family is the best part of this season. If you have the responsibility of hosting guests, you’ve got a lot to plan to make sure your guests are happy and comfortable. Making sure everyone is healthy should also be at the top of your priorities. There are many... Read More
November 19, 2019
Lovelace Women’s Hospital earns an ‘A’ for safety
Lovelace Women’s Hospital earns an ‘A’ for safetyBY JOURNAL STAFF REPORT
Tuesday, November 19th, 2019 at 12:02am
Lovelace Women’s Hospital earned an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2019, the first time it has received a Leapfrog... Read More
November 18, 2019
Husband thankful for wife’s surgical care at Lovelace Medical Center: ‘We really appreciate Lovelace’
In January 2017, a couple from Los Alamos was on their last day of vacation in Cancun, Mexico when their trip took a turn for the worst. Skip Anderson’s wife, Brenda, felt extremely ill. “The resort doctor diagnosed her with traveler’s diarrhea and she was treated with antibiotics... Read More
November 18, 2019