Taking Care of Yourself: Important Health Steps for New Moms
Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Taking Care of Yourself: Important Health Steps for New Moms Becoming a new mom is an amazing journey. You will have lots of joy and excitement, new experiences, and maybe some sleepless nights! With all the feedings and diaper changes, it’s easy to forget about your own health. But just like you take good care of your baby, it’s really important to take good care of yourself too. This helps both you and your family. Just as you received regular medical care during pregnancy (called prenatal care), it is just as important to get medical care after pregnancy. This is