Appointment Videos
Watch one of the videos in Watch & Talk below to discuss with your baby’s provider and special people at home.
Watch & Talk
Fussy baby
A mom talks about how she attempts to soothe her baby when she is fussy. How do you feel when you try to soothe your baby and you’re not immediately successful? Some babies have difficulty with settling down despite your best efforts. It’s the baby, not you. Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Exhaustion
This mom describes the challenge of caring for her baby when she feels exhausted. Have you felt like this mother? Who can you call for help when you need it? Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
After Visit Videos
Watch the videos below at home with friends and loved ones and discuss what relates to your life.
Interacting With Baby
Engaging baby face-to-face
Besides holding and cuddling a baby, do you engage your baby like this doctor? What does your baby do to show you they are engaged? Click HERE and HERE to watch these videos in Spanish.
Something For You
Mind & Body
Thinking about how someone supported you when you needed it fuels feelings of peace. Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Take care of yourself
What’s something you can do for yourself this week? Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Remember to smile
Laughter is the best medicine!
Special Circumstances
Dealing with depression
This mom describes her experience with postpartum depression. If you have felt similar to this mom, you’re not alone. Is there someone you trust to talk about what you are going through? Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
A Mother’s difficult childhood
This mother describes her history of trauma and her hopes for something better for her baby. How has your life experiences affected you- both positive and negative? Have you had difficulties like this mother? Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Rough Times
This mother describes dealing with pregnancy complications, in addition to financial and housing troubles? She does not mention any one helping her out. During rough times, can you reach out to friends, family or your child’s provider to get the support you and your family need? Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Dr. Cyndie’s Tips!
Family planning
Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Postpartum Depression
Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Ghosts in the nursery
Click HERE to watch this video in Spanish.
Top FAQs
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Depending on your delivery, it can take up to 6 to 8 weeks for your body to truly heal. However, you can actually get pregnant sooner than you think! If you are not ready to have another baby, talk to your doctor about your birth control options. Being in control of when you get pregnant is important for every mom.
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Yes! Your baby's mood affects you and your mood affects your baby. When your baby cries especially when you are exhausted this can cause you to feel depressed. If this happens a lot, speak to your doctor or a special person. It's a sign of strength not weakness when you ask for help.
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Mindfulness just means using your senses to be aware of what you're doing. You can be mindful with your baby by doing a little exercise. It’s called the 5 senses of your baby. Clear your mind and pay attention to how your baby looks. Look at the shape of their eyes, they're long eyelashes the color of their hair. Touch their skin and think about what it feels like. Listening to their voices focus on the unique sounds they can make. Smell their hair and try to find words to describe the complex but pleasant smells. Kiss your baby and think of the taste left on your lips. Now breathe. This stress exercise is a great reset and can help calm you on the most stressful days.
