Claire Crompton
Registered NurseClaire Crompton is a registered nurse certified in neonatal intensive care nursing and a health writer who has spent years taking care of moms and babies in the hospital setting. She loves educating families about pregnancy, maternal, and newborn health topics.
Articles
Postpartum Birth Control: Contraception After a Baby
Learn about postpartum birth control, why you might use it, and how it can affect your breastfeeding experience.
How To Relieve Heartburn During Pregnancy
Learn what causes heartburn during pregnancy, and what you can do to ease the discomfort.
Preemie Developmental Milestones: What To Expect
Learn about preemie developmental milestones, what a growth chart is, and when your preemie's growth will catch up to other kids.
How To Care for a Newborn’s Umbilical Cord
Learn about umbilical cord care, including how to keep it clean, signs of an infected cord, and things to look out for after it detaches.
Exercise During Pregnancy: The Dos and Don’ts
Discover the benefits and safety tips for exercising during pregnancy and what you must know when planning to work out when pregnant.
Why Every Mother Needs To Know About Pelvic Floor Therapy
Discover how postpartum pelvic floor therapy can significantly improve your quality of life after birth.
What To Do If Your Child Has Head Lice
Understand how to check for head lice, treat an infestation, and how you can help prevent spreading it to others.
Pregnancy Hormones: What’s Happening
Uncover the mystery of pregnancy hormones, including hCG, estrogen, and oxytocin, and how they shape changes in your body.