Caring for a Newborn From a Doula’s Perspective
By: Aaliyah Ellison-McPeters Prioritizing Maternal Mental Health It’s impossible to pour from an empty cup. A new baby can often bring a wave of new emotions for a mother, even experienced mothers. Some emotions range from bliss to anxiety, and while pregnancy can be a time of only joy and excitement, many women have different […]
Understanding the Relationship Between Obesity and Epilepsy
By: Rebecca Archer Epilepsy, a common neurological disorder, is characterized by repeated seizures, but it rarely stands alone. In fact, more than 50% of individuals with epilepsy are reported to have one or several comorbid conditions. While these comorbidities can have a different pathophysiology compared to epilepsy, they can still affect the treatment and outcomes […]