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Parenthoodbliss Medical Review Board & Editorial Policies
Who Are We?
ParenthoodBliss is an up-and-coming pregnancy and parenting website that solely deals with curating and reviewing content for the #blissfulfam. Parenthoodbliss’s mission and priority are to provide pragmatic guidance and support to parents by taking it upon ourselves to make your lives a little bit easier, alongside a team of journalists, editors, physicians, and other pregnancy and parenting health experts.
Editorial Policies
References, Citations, and Sources
Parenthoodbliss adheres to the highest journalistic standards of integrity, sourcing guidelines purely on peer-reviewed medical journals, government agencies, academic institutions, and highly respected medical organizations, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) serving as the primary sources of information. You can access these sources linked to our blogs, along with the last reviewed date at the top.
Editorial Independence
The editorial team at Parenthoodbliss maintains complete editorial independence and control over any established content. There are no unrelated partners or sponsors, permitted to change content or influence the selection of content with edits ONLY approved by our medical board (see below).
Additionally, Parenthoodbliss participates in affiliate marketing programs, but that in no way impacts the chosen products that are covered in the blogs. We maintain a strict product review policy and privacy policy. The commissions earned simply help us support the work we do.
Contributors:
Parenthoodbliss closely works with experienced writers who specialize in creating content on relevant topics, such as pregnancy-, parenting-, health-related-, and best product topics. All contributors are carefully vetted with respect to their subject matter expertise with training in sourcing, reporting, and researching.
Content Updates
Parenthoodbliss adheres to a content maintenance schedule. Our editors update articles as soon as any new information becomes available. The articles may be updated with effect to new clinical guidelines, standards of care, new practice, or product recalls. Parenthoodbliss also reviews articles when readers alert us about potential issues with our content (feel free to contact us at parenthoodbliss01@gmail.com).
Other Site Links
Parenthoodbliss blogs at times contain links to other websites that are neither controlled nor endorsed, nor does the company review or approve the content that appears on them. Parenthoodbliss is not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or inappropriate nature of any advertisement, content, products, or materials on or available from any linked sites.
Content Creation
The team of empathetic writers at Parenthood Bliss goes all the way to curate and collate honest, unbiased reviews on the best baby products and also pregnancy, parenting, and health issues. All the information on our blogs is carefully collected, analyzed, and reported by writers and reviewed by a medical professional team.
Affiliate Links
We, at Parenthood Bliss, only suggest the products that we genuinely believe would benefit our readers. Although we receive commissions for the purchases made through the affiliate links, the fees let us invest in a team of highly skilled content writers and give our consumers a seamless website experience by eliminating pop-up ads.
Fact-Check and Medical Review Policy
A team of qualified medical professionals reviews the information we provide, thus taking care of your health and safety. Our medical review board comprises obstetrics and gynecology experts, doulas, lactation consultants, pediatricians, and other healthcare experts, who verify and fact-check the reliability of the information provided on the Parenthood Bliss website.
Our Doctors
At Parenthood Bliss, though our attempt is to source only the most authoritative information and to produce it in our blogs only after thorough cross-checking of facts, we understand that may not always be enough.
All our blog copies are reviewed by licensed medical professionals so as to ensure that we are not misinforming mammas that reach out to our site for help.
Meet our Collaborators
Brandi Flores - Lactation Consultant, Bay Area, USA.
Brandi Nicole is a pediatric nurse, a postpartum doula, and an international board-certified lactation consultant. She is a proud member of the International Lactation Consultant Association, the United States Lactation Consultant Association, and the Bay Area Lactation Associates.
As a mother of four children who barely found support overcoming her personal challenges while breastfeeding, Brandi knew it was her calling to practice and become an international board-certified lactation consultant.
Brandi understands there are many families in need of guidance and a safe place for help without feeling judged in the breastfeeding journey - and that's exactly where she steps in!
Nimrat Sidhu - Pediatration
Dr. Nimrat S Sidhu is a practicing pediatrician for about 5 years now and holds an MD pediatrics degree. She was the topper of her batch, has always had a keen interest in her core medical field, and is specially trained for neonatal resuscitation.
She has published multiple research papers on pediatrics and is interested in topics like Neonatal care, skincare, baby growth, vaccination, growth, and development.
Desiree Blanchard - Child Development Consultant
Desiree Blanchard is an Early Interventionist, a Positive Parenting Practitioner, as well a mommy of two. She has a Master's Degree in Human Kinetics specializing in child health. Desiree is the owner and founder of Love Bloom & Learns, a consultative business that provides education around many child development topics. She currently works in an early intervention setting to provide direct-service delivery to families of infants and young children at risk of delayed development or developmental delays.
Brandi Flores - Lactation Consultant, Bay Area, USA.
Brandi Nicole is a pediatric nurse, a postpartum doula, and an international board-certified lactation consultant. She is a proud member of the International Lactation Consultant Association, the United States Lactation Consultant Association, and the Bay Area Lactation Associates.
As a mother of four children who barely found support overcoming her personal challenges while breastfeeding, Brandi knew it was her calling to practice and become an international board-certified lactation consultant.
Brandi understands there are many families in need of guidance and a safe place for help without feeling judged in the breastfeeding journey - and that's exactly where she steps in!
Nimrat, Pediatrics
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Dr. Nimrat S Sidhu is a practicing pediatrician for about 5 years now and holds an MD pediatrics degree. She was the topper of her batch, has always had a keen interest in her core medical field, and is specially trained for neonatal resuscitation.
She has published multiple research papers on pediatrics and is interested in topics like Neonatal care, skincare, baby growth, vaccination, growth, and development.
Desiree Blanchard - Child Development Consultant, Owner and Founder of Love Bloom & Learns
Desiree Blanchard is an Early Interventionist, a Positive Parenting Practitioner, as well a mommy of two. She has a Master's Degree in Human Kinetics specializing in child health. Desiree is the owner and founder of Love Bloom & Learns, a consultative business that provides education around many child development topics. She currently works in an early intervention setting to provide direct-service delivery to families of infants and young children at risk of delayed development or developmental delays.
Corrie Maguire - Pregnancy Health Consultant
Dr. Corrie Maguire received her BS in Kinesiology, and Minor in Social Sciences from the University of North Texas and continued to pursue her doctorate of physical therapy at the UNT Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas. She is passionate about bringing awareness to the many unrecognized pelvic health issues people often suffer from, educating her peers on how to educate patients, and provides resources available to help these people to heal.
Esha Chainani - Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
Dr. Esha Chainani is an Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and laparoscopic surgeon who aims to break the stigma around women’s health by advocating an inclusive and open practice of obstetrics and gynecology and an author of several internationally published research papers and health articles in the media like the Swaddle.
She also founded Premaa, a non-profit to reduce maternal morbidity and eventual maternal mortality by providing lower-income pregnant women living in urban areas with cell phone access through an app that can feature an entire section about contraception as well for a whole gamut of reproductive health.
A panel for multiple health sessions including with the UN, USAID, BMC, gender at work, and multiple non-profit organisations, and is on the advisory panel of the South Indian medical students association.
Ifeyinwa - Kids Nutritionist
Ifeyinwa is a certified nutritionist with a BSc in nutritional sciences from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, USA. She consults as a pediatric nutritionist specializing in medical and dietary ailments, introducing innovative recipes to improve a child’s diet based on their diagnosis, physical activity, and age. Her experience ranges from dealing with picky eaters to the treatment of genetic and chronic diseases and also co-founded Nutrition4kidsng, an online platform educating parents on proper nutrition and effective feeding techniques. Not only that, through her social media platforms, she educates and shares her experiences about raising healthy and well-nourished children in this modern world.
Jessica - Nutritionist Dietician
Jessica is the owner and registered dietitian nutritionist at Nutrition That Heals, LLC. She started her dietetics career working in acute care where she gained a great deal of invaluable experience, learning all about different disease states and their appropriate nutrition interventions. She then worked in long term care where she was able to develop her skills and knowledge base dealing with the elderly population. Following long term care, she worked as an outpatient dialysis dietitian, working with patients to help them eat their best for their kidney failure and often other health conditions (diabetes, heart disease, etc.). She then made the jump back to be an inpatient clinical dietitian. There, she was able to work with patients with strokes, cancer, orthopedic issues, as well as the pediatric population. During her most recent time working as an inpatient clinical dietitian, a great opportunity presented itself and it was a great way to move into focusing more on her dream of opening a private practice. She currently works full time as a contract dietitian with Dietitians on Demand conducting 1:1 nutrition counseling sessions while also working with patients here at Nutrition That Heals, LLC. She has been grateful enough to know how powerful good nutrition can be, but after being diagnosed with endometriosis in March 2022, she had to fully focus on the importance of anti-inflammatory foods, proper hydration, and self-care. This diagnosis motivated her to put pen to paper and get her business started - she wanted to teach what she had learned to others - food should be nourishing. Jessica wants to show you how you can heal with good nutrition, and feel your absolute best!
Dr. Tara Brandner - Nurse + fertility expert
Dr. Tara Brandner works as an experienced doctorate nurse practitioner and fertility coach with patients worldwide. She received additional certification through the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and Marquette Natural Family Planning. After enduring a long road through infertility followed by a traumatic pregnancy, she turned her hurt into hope for others. Dr. Tara owns and operates her own clinic offering a personalized approach to health care and avoid the common pitfalls experienced with women's health conditions and infertility. She also is passionate about breaking down the barriers of medical gaslighting. She has combined her experience as a healthcare professional and personal struggle to help patients better navigate their healthcare experience.
Leslie Owens - Lactation Consultant
Leslie Owens is a Perinatal RN and IBCLC based in the Atlanta area. She prides herself as a human milk advocate, facilitator, and clinician.
She has supported pregnant and postpartum families for over 10 years in the perinatal space. Her passion for birth and lactation began with her own personal experiences, birthing and breastfeeding three children, including twins.
Leslie currently owns and operates Mother Nurture Maternity, a private practice where she provides breastfeeding education and support, as well as coaching and mentorship to aspiring and new IBCLCs, She is committed to providing accessible, skilled, compassionate, and equitable care to all.
Abby Morris - Postpartum Doula & Infant sleep consultant
As a postpartum doula, Abby helps birth givers navigate parenthood in their postpartum period by providing infant and maternal care. She is also a sleep consultant for families who struggle with all thing sleep from newborn to toddlers.
Dr. Jessica Kaffer - Clinical psychologist
Dr. Kaffer is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and a mother of three little girls. She earned her doctorate degree in Clinical psychology (PsyD) from Midwestern University. During her postdoctoral residency, she created and lead an intensive outpatient treatment program for military members within a psychiatric hospital setting. She has taught multiple graduate level courses and has engaged audiences as an expert speaker. Dr. also serves as a certified supervisor for the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health and owns her own practice in virtual psychotherapy. She believes it is not about saying "I am first" but instead "My needs are important too."
Dr. Mitali P Rathod - OB-GYN
Dr. Mitali Rathod is deeply passionate for all things related to menstruation, hormones, pregnancy, and reproductive health and uses her social media to empower women with a better understanding of their bodies. Her mission is to assist women in comprehending the intricacies of periods and reproductive health through a holistic and sustainable approach. Over the past 8 years and counting, she has been dedicated to helping women achieve their best possible health including the safe delivery of over 3000 babies, both through vaginal and C-section procedures. She has been associated with Ahmedabad's and Gandhinagar's best government hospitals, such as V.S. General Hospital, S.C.L. General Hospital, and Civil Hospital of Gandhinagar.