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Tips for Postpartum Partners
Read more: Tips for Postpartum PartnersWhen the unexpected happens and a new parent is living with depression, the situation can be frustrating. Pregnancy, mood and anxiety disorders can affect the whole family. There is no magic wand to cure depression and recovery may feel slow, but with a plan and dedication to health care, support and communication, it does get…
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Marijuana during pregnancy
Read more: Marijuana during pregnancyMany people think that cannabinoids, like marijuana, are harmless during pregnancy, but research suggests otherwise. · “Cannabinoid” is a term to describe a group of 66 ingredients found in the flowering cannabis plant. · Each of these 66 chemicals affects brain receptors differently. · A main ingredient in marijuana is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). · Concentrations of…
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Patient- and Family-Centered Care at Lovelace Westside Hospital changes how patients are seen
Read more: Patient- and Family-Centered Care at Lovelace Westside Hospital changes how patients are seenAt Lovelace Westside Hospital we value the relationships we establish with our patients and their families. Our recent Patient Family Centered Care (PFCC) designation supports a style of care where the needs and choices of patients and their families define the care they receive. “Having the PFCC designation shows our dedication to continual improvement in…