Loving Arms Family Support

01/16/2026

Pregnancy-induced hypertension, preeclampsia, and HELLP syndrome aren’t random, separate diagnoses.

They are often different points along the same disease process — a progression that can become life-threatening if it isn’t recognized and treated.

Headaches, vision changes, swelling, or upper abdominal pain are not things to push through or wait out — during pregnancy or after birth.

This week, I’m talking about the real causes behind maternal mortality — and what every family deserves to know.

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01/14/2026

So many families are told, “Everything looks fine.”

But maternal health isn’t just about how birth goes — it’s about what happens after, when symptoms are brushed off and women are told to wait.

This week, I’m breaking down some of the real causes behind maternal mortality and what every pregnant and postpartum woman should know.

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01/13/2026

Crying is one of your baby’s ways of talking to you! Hunger is not the only reason. Their back might need to be scratched! 😄

Crying is one of the few ways babies communicate, and hunger is just one of many reasons they might cry.

After a feed, babies may still feel uncomfortable due to trapped gas, needing to burp again, feeling overstimulated, or simply wanting comfort and closeness. Their nervous systems are still developing, so they often need help settling even when their tummies are full.

Before offering more milk, pausing to burp, hold your baby upright, gently rock or swaddle them, and check their diaper or temperature can make a big difference. Trust your instincts—responding with calm comfort helps your baby feel safe and supported, and over time you’ll learn to recognize the different types of cries 💙

01/12/2026

Support is just a phone call away.

Breastfeeding is a natural process, but it’s not always easy. Mothers need support—both to get started and to sustain breastfeeding.

Let us all do our part to protect breastfeeding

01/09/2026

Take advantage of this wonderful resource if you need it!

01/08/2026

You should not have to second guess. Support is priceless but it shouldn’t have to break the bank. Use the link and contact us to schedule your Lactation Consultation! https://go.lactationnetwork.com/LovingArmsFamilySupportLLC

01/08/2026

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AWHONN is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Dr. Janell Green Smith, CNM, who died from complications related to childbirth on January 2, 2026. Dr. Smith was a respected certified nurse-midwife, scholar, and passionate advocate for equitable, evidence-based maternal care whose work advanced Black maternal health and supported families across our profession. The loss of a Black midwife and maternal health leader in the United States is a profound tragedy and a stark reminder of the inequities that continue to endanger Black women during pregnancy and birth. Dr. Smith’s death reflects the ongoing impact of structural racism and gaps in accountability within our health care system.

As we grieve her passing, we also acknowledge the responsibility of the healthcare profession to confront these failures. AWHONN reaffirms our commitment to advancing racial equity in maternal health, strengthening systems of care, and partnering with Black midwives, clinicians, and communities to prevent future loss.

Her loss is a profound sorrow for her family, her newborn child, colleagues, and the broader maternal health community. We extend our heartfelt condolences and stand in solidarity with those grieving her death and honoring her legacy.

01/05/2026

Our January calendar is here!
-Breastfeeding 101 1/9 at 6 pm- FREE hands-on class to introduce or reintroduce you to the breastfeeding basics!
-Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group 1/15 at 6pm- We join with Jackson’s Gift to bring you FREE support and community.
-Fourth Trimester Tribe Q&A 1/21 at 6pm- FREE virtual event to talk more about this wonderful resource to our community!
-Birth Worker's Brunch- 1/24 at 11am Back by popular demand! This catered brunch is for all local birth workers to join and collaborate.
-Loving Latch Support Group 1/27 at 6 pm- FREE virtual support group for mamas breastfeeding or thinking about breastfeeding.
RSVP to join one of our free community events.

01/01/2026

This year at Loving Arms Family Support, I planted seeds and watered them with care—
through every class, consult, and connection. Quiet growth. Deep roots. Every seed planted in 2025 was done with love—
for mothers, babies, and families. Purposeful work.
The foundation is set.
Now it’s time to bloom. 🌸 Join the Loving Arms community, this season is just beginning.