Prenatal Classes
Can Breastfeeding Help Your Baby from The Flu?
Can Breastfeeding Help Protect Your Baby from the Flu? Well, summer has come to a close and fall has made its presence known, with winter right around the corner. With that said, moms and their babies are apt to find themselves faced with sneezes, coughs, sniffles and even the flu. The truth is […]
Prenatal Depression: What is it and Do I have it?
Prenatal Depression: What is it and Do I have it? Prenatal depression is a form of depression that occurs during pregnancy. It is recognized as one of the most common medical complications mothers-to-be experience during their pregnancy and is every bit as real and difficult an experience as postpartum depression can be. Often […]
What to Expect at Your First Prenatal Visit
The new mother-to-be is only naturally going to be a bit excited and anxious about her very first prenatal visit, especially not knowing what to expect. At your first prenatal visit your doctor is going to accumulate and learn as much as possible about both Mom and baby. Here at Riverside Medical Prenatal Group we […]
The Benefits of Attending a Breastfeeding Education Class
Many women are unfamiliar with breastfeeding and the many benefits it affords. Breastfeeding is an amazing means of bonding with your baby and the milk you provide gives your baby nutrition and substances needed to fight off infections. Here at Riverside Medical Group in Secaucus, New Jersey we offer free breastfeeding education classes that […]
2019 New Jersey Family Favorite Kid’s Docs
Congratulations to our Doctors! Once again, numerous parents of Riverside patients nominated these Riverside physicians for their exceptional pediatric care for their children as part of the 2019 New Jersey Family Favorite Kids’ Docs Campaign. These parents took the time to complete a brief online survey about their outstanding care and as in […]
Preparing for the Transition from Hospital to Home with Your New Baby
If you are like nearly every other mom to be you have spent a good deal of your pregnancy getting everything in place for the arrival of your new little one. You have more than likely purchased a huge assortment of bibs, onesies and sleepers, stocked up on newborn diapers and have every single item […]
Common Breastfeeding Questions Answered
As many of us know, breast milk helps with a newborn baby’s immune system, nutritional needs, and even brain development. With that said, many Moms suffer anxiety when it comes to breastfeeding and often have a variety of questions that need answering. Here at Riverside Medical Group we strive to help all our new Moms […]
Why A Decrease in Breast Milk Supply Can Happen
Breastfeeding doesn’t come easy for every mother. It can be hard to transition to breastfeeding for the first two weeks and even into the first year. For some mothers, there is grave concern about the fact that the amount of milk they produce is simply not enough to meet the requirements and needs of their […]
Free Prenatal Class at Ridgewood Riverside Medical Office
FREE PRENATAL CLASS – JUNE 16, 2018 – 9am to 12pm – RIDGEWOOD, NJ The most popular comprehensive childbirth class in the NYC metro area…. for FREE! This class is designed to minimize your apprehension about the birthing process. Experienced instructors will help you understand labor and birth using the best of various methods, […]
Cord Blood Banking – Simple Answers to a Difficult Question:
At Riverside Medical Group we understand that you are nervous about caring for and protecting your baby. Private cord blood banks also recognize this vulnerability and will market to you heavily during your pregnancy with promises of “biological insurance.” This puts expectant parents in a position of making sense of something that even many doctors have […]