Wyndi Kappes

Atlanta

Editor at Best Self Atlanta

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Assistant Editor at The Bump

Freelance writer and editor. Assistant Editor @thebump. Editor at Atlanta Best Media. @bestselfatlanta and others.

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Study Finds Link Between Sisters and Rare Postpartum Risk

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

As maternal mental health emerges as the leading cause of pregnancy-related death in the US, researchers and health systems are finally shifting focus to identify and address mental health risks before they become full-blown emergencies. One of the most dangerous, yet least understood, of these risks is postpartum psychosis—a rare condition that can come on suddenly after birth and escalate quickly, often with devastating consequences if left untreated.
New Breastfeeding Wearable Measures Baby's Milk Intake

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

When Julia Seitchik gave birth to her first daughter she weighed less than five pounds. “I was so nervous that we would have to go back to the hospital if she didn’t gain weight,” she recalled. Like many NICU parents—or even those simply anxious about baby getting back to birth weight—she found the uncertainty around breastfeeding especially stressful. Unlike bottle feeding, where intake is easy to track, breastfeeding often leaves parents wondering: Is baby getting enough?
ACOG on What The COVID Vaccine Rollback Means for Parents-To-Be

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

In a move that could impact many, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on X (formerly Twitter) today that the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will no longer recommend the COVID-19 vaccine for healthy pregnant women and children. The decision has raised concerns among medical professionals, especially the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), which has consistently supported the COVID vaccine’s safety and importance during pregnancy.
Love is Blind’s Lauren and Cameron Hamilton Are Expecting

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

The original Love is Blind favorites Lauren Speed-Hamilton and Cameron Hamilton are expecting their first child!The season 1 stars shared their exciting news on May 26, captioning a photo of themselves holding a positive pregnancy test: “The moment that changed everything.
Mom Wins Ultramarathon 6 Months Postpartum While Breastfeeding

2 weeks ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

For most moms, racing out the door while wrangling diaper bags and toddler tantrums feels like a feat in itself. But for Stephanie Case, an accomplished ultramarathoner and new mom, that’s just the beginning. Six months after giving birth, Case took on the 100-kilometre Ultra-Trail Snowdonia race in Wales, breastfeeding her daughter, Pepper, at every aid station. Not only did she start 30 minutes behind the leaders after a three-year break from racing, but she also went on to win it.
A Simple Mouth Swab May Increase IVF Success, Study Says

2 weeks ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

As more couples turn to in vitro fertilization (IVF) to grow their families, a recent study from Lund University brings promising news that could improve success rates and reduce the risks of IVF. The research shows that by analyzing a woman’s genetic makeup with a simple mouth swab, doctors can better choose the right hormone treatment, ultimately increasing the likelihood of IVF success.
Chrissy Teigen On Parenting a Kid with Type 1 Diabetes

2 weeks ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

For years, Chrissy Teigen has won over millions of fans with her honest, open and often hilarious takes on life and parenting. But behind the funny stories and seemingly effortless family life with her husband, John Legend, Teigen—like many parents—is working her absolute hardest every single day to give her four kids the best. A self-proclaimed perfectionist with a strong partnership and plenty of resources, Teigen thought she could prepare for almost anything that might come her way.
Publix Recalls Baby Food Over Lead Contamination Risk

2 weeks ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

Publix is a staple for families, whether you’re picking up fresh produce, pantry essentials or “pub sub.” But if you’ve got GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food in your pantry, it’s time to take a closer look. Publix has voluntarily recalled its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food due to concerns about elevated lead levels. The recalled baby food comes in 4-ounce plastic pouches and carries the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) 41415-00901.
Sesame Street Will Make Netflix Debut with Fresh Format

2 weeks ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

For over 50 years, Sesame Street has been the go-to for preschoolers and their parents, offering a perfect blend of compassionate stories, humor and education. Now, beloved characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird are making their way to Netflix with an all-new, reimagined 56th season of Sesame Street. The 56th season will be released later this year in three batches and will remain free and available on PBS Kids and across their digital video and games platforms.
Doctors Use New Custom Gene-Editing to Save Baby’s Life

3 weeks ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

In a world-first, researchers have successfully used a custom gene-editing treatment to correct a deadly genetic mutation. The procedure, developed in record time, targeted a single incorrect DNA letter in a child’s genome using a technique known as base editing, a precise and powerful offshoot of CRISPR technology.