Safe Sleep Made Simple with Sleep Sacks The Foundation for Woman’s provides new parents with sleep sacks and safe sleep education as part of its Safe Sleep initiative. Sleep sacks are wearable blankets that keep babies warm and cozy while reducing the risk of suffocation and SIDS. They allow babies to move their arms and legs freely, regulate body tempera- ture, and support consistent sleep routines. Over 4,000 families have benefited so far, gaining comfort, confidence, and safety for their newborns. ■ womans.org
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Digital Tools Support Healthy Pregnancy Weight A new Philips review published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research shows that digital lifestyle programs—like apps and online platforms—can help pregnant women achieve healthy weight gain. Features like self-monitoring, goal-set- ting, personalized feedback, and educational content support lasting healthy habits. Healthy gestational weight gain lowers risks of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and birth complica- tions. While more research is needed, digital tools are proving to be an accessible way to guide moms-to-be through preg- nancy, offering support anytime, anywhere. ■ philips.com Your Brain Changes Again in a Second Pregnancy A new Nature Communications study shows that a second pregnancy reshapes the brain in ways both similar to and different from the first. Changes occur in areas linked to attachment, emotion, and attention, helping moms adapt to multitasking and respond to the world differently than first‑time moms. These shifts may also support maternal bonding and mental health, showing that pregnancy doesn’t just grow a baby, it literally reshapes the brain for each new arrival. ■ nature.com
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