NYC: How do Hospitals help new mothers?
How long do you stay in the hospital after giving birth in NY?
2 nights, 3 days
What are 3 Postpartum depression symptoms?
Insomnia, loss of appetite, & bonding with the baby
How long does maternity leave last?
12 weeks
What other family members In Mexico help New Mothers?
grandparents, aunts/tios, or close friends/family friends, for assistance with childcare and household responsibilities.
What is the name of Mexico's public healthcare system?
Instituto Mexicano de Seguro Social (IMSS)
What are 3 things hospitals provide after birth for the baby?
newborn dipers, wipes, & blankets
Postpartum Depression Treatments
Counseling, Antidepressants, or Hormone Therapy.
What are some Parenting Challenges for New Mom's?
being frustrated, exhausted, breastfeeding, Body image, Change in lifestyle
Why do Hispanics put red bracelets on babies?
protection, to ward off, “Mal de Ojo” or bad vibes, from people who want to bring the bad to the baby
What is the traditional Mexican herb often used by pregnant women to ease labor pain?
"manzanilla" (chamomile)
What 3 main things hospitals provide after birth for the mom?
- Gown, disposable underwear, & basic toiletries
How can families provide support during the postpartum period?
Mom helping out with the baby, help get sleep, & Protect mom’s health
What does the WIC program provide?
cereal, juice, eggs, milk, peanut butter, dried and canned beans, fruits and vegetables, and whole-wheat bread.
What happens when a baby gets Mal de ojo?
causes your baby to cry and become so fussy that nothing will calm them down for no apparent reason
What is the traditional postpartum practice in Mexico where the new mother stays indoors for a period of time after giving birth?
"cuarentena" (quarantine)
What is the first time mom program in NYC?
NYC Nurse-Family Partnership:
Who are Postpartum Depression specialist?
Primary care provider (PCP), OBGYN doctor, & clinical psychologist/Therapist
What are the 4 basic needs of a newborn?
milk, a safe place to sleep, clothes and, of course, love
What are the postpartum traditions in Mexico?
Wearing a postpartum faja, eating caldo de pollo, cuarentena (Postpartum confinement).is a forty-day postpartum period of rest,
In Mexico, what is the term for the government-provided prenatal care program for expectant mothers?
"Seguro Popular"
What is the 5 5 5 rule after birth?
five days in bed, five days on the bed, and five days around the bed
How to support wife during postpartum?
Understand what the postpartum period really is, Be there for her during birth, Support her to recover, Prepare for the Baby Blues, Provide emotional care etc
what are the different ways to burp a newborn?
In Mexico what do they do to the placenta?
bury the placenta in the dirt floor as soon as possible after delivery. Guarantees that bad luck will not come to the mom or the baby.
what is the Seguro Popular program launched in Mexico in healthcare?
landmark government program aimed to guarantee universal access to health services, especially for the most vulnerable populations. Which ended in 2019.