Post-Partum Care Specialists in Jupiter, Florida

Post-Partum Care

Most mothers see delivery as the finish line. But your body still needs special care after birth. That’s why our providers will continue to see you for six to eight weeks after your baby is born.

This time period is usually thought of as the time when your body gets “back to normal.” The truth is, every woman’s “normal” is different. The post-partum period is a time of great physical and emotional change, and can often be stressful as you learn to care for your baby and your new family unit.

Post partum physical symptoms may include:

  • Bloody vaginal discharge that changes to brown, then whitish over the next few weeks after delivery
  • A tender vaginal area
  • Painful contractions that may continue after delivery (as the uterus returns to its original size)
  • Breast engorgement (as milk production begins)
  • Fatigue and soreness

Common emotional changes, often called the “baby blues,” may include:

  • Feelings of disappointment or sadness
  • Crying with no known reason
  • Irritability
  • Impatience
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness

Postpartum depression is similar to the baby blues, but the symptoms do not improve, and sometimes worsen. Possible symptoms of postpartum depression include:

  • Sadness, anxiety or hopelessness
  • Fatigue or exhaustion
  • A fear of harming the newborn or yourself**
  • Mood swings characterized by exaggerated highs and/or lows
  • Diminished libido (sex drive)
  • Feelings of guilt or resentment
  • Low self-esteem
  • Uncontrolled crying and with no known cause
  • Overconcern /overattentiveness for the newborn and/or a lack of interest for the newborn
  • Feelings of isolation

If you experience any of these symptoms, it’s important that you speak with the providers. There are treatments and therapies that can help, even while you are breastfeeding.

Additionally, our License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Jillian Brown, will soon be providing women’s health related therapies.

** If you feel you may do harm to yourself or your child, contact emergency services immediately.

Our Services

Welcome to the practice of Dr. Dudley Brown, Jr., Dr. Amanda Colbert,
and Rachel Taylor, WHPN-C. Our caring providers offer the following services.

Gynecology + Reproductive Health

Gynecological Procedures

Prenatal Care

Holistic Pregnancy + Birthing

Fitness + Exercise in Pregnancy

High- Risk Pregnancy

Post-Partum Care

Circumcision

Cosmetic Procedures

Patient Feedback

Ashley R.

Dr. Brown and his entire staff make you feel like you’re at home. You can tell they ALL truly care about each and every patient and kiddos being brought into this world. Dr. Brown, is hands down the best doctor I have ever been a patient to & there is something to be said for his level of professionalism. He knows when you make you laugh and when you need to be serious. I could not and would not have wanted to go through this pregnancy with any other doctor!!!  

Casey R.

  I had an in office procedure with Dr. Brown. I was amazed with how quick and flawless the entire experience was. He had the anesthesia team there (the meds were good). I was in and out and pain free in just about an hour and a half. It was lower cost having it done in office, instead of having it done outpatient in a hospital or surgery center. I can’t recommend this office more, I’ve always been happy with every experience I have had.

Kathleen S.

  I have been going to Dr. Brown’s office since early 2017. After I relocated to Fort Lauderdale, I still make the drive up to be seen at Dr. Brown’s. They welcomed me in as a new patient and have continued to do so since. The entire office is more than accommodating, especially if I call crying in pain – they always fit me into their schedule to be seen (endless thanks!) and go above and beyond to provide the appropriate care needed. They make you feel like family, and I cannot imagine ever going anywhere else.  

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