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Joylux-Owned Mommy Matters Introduces Postpartum Recovery Device NeoHeat

Beauty Independent announces Mommy Matters' release of NeoHeat, our innovative red LED light device that's Ob-Gyn designed to give mamas fast, effective and lasting relief from the damage caused during childbirth.

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Stretch marks after pregnancy: Your most common questions, answered

Do stretch marks go away after pregnancy? Are they preventable? On Care.com, Dr. Tara talks about causes and solutions to stretch marks during and after pregnancy.

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Turn On the Red Light

NeoHeat was featured in Women's Wear Daily for their article about red light therapy: "For targeted healing, Mommy Matters has launched a NeoHeat Perineal Healing Device, $179, which employs red and infrared light meant to help repair damage from childbirth by boosting blood flow, reducing inflammation and leading to internal and external tissue healing."

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Why A “Bounce-Back” Body Is Total BS, According To Literal Doctors

Popular motherhood website Scary Mommy interviewed our own Dr. Sarah de la Torre, Ob-Gyn. "The pressure that new mothers often feel to 'bounce back' to their pre-pregnancy body can be very challenging and contribute to feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy," says De la Torre.

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ABC Kids Expo 2023 Editors' Choice Awards: Best Gear of the Year

NeoHeat was featured by USA Today Reviewed as one of the top products at 2023's ABC Kids Expo. “If you experience any perineal tearing during childbirth, the healing process can be long and painful. Introduced in March of 2023, the new NeoHeat device uses red light therapy with the aim of accelerating perineal healing.”

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The Best Postpartum Underwear That Gives You the Comfort and Support You’ll Want and Need

These super breathable panties are mesh, meaning they’re light and airy. They are high waisted for support and have an absorbent pad for postpartum bleeding. There is also a pocket in the vaginal area to place a frozen gel insert. “Vaginal birth underwear should be more supportive in the perineal area,” says Dr. Goldberg. “Pressure on the perineum is comforting after a vaginal delivery. It is often recommended to apply pressure and cold compresses to the perineal area for several days after a vaginal delivery,” adds Dr. Goldberg.

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12 Items all new moms need

While many brands have taken on revamping the maternity bra, the same cannot be said for the drab disposable underwear offered to women at the hospital. Mommy Matters somehow designed a stylish pair made of light and airy mesh fabric to give C- section scars room to breathe—and heal. The machine-washable garment also has an absorbent crotch lining for post-delivery bleeding and a cold pack for pain alleviation. Proceeds support Saving Mothers, a nonprofit serving low-income moms around the world.

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10 Best Pregnancy pillows of 2019 according to online reviews

Developed by an ob-gyn, this memory foam wedge offers lumbar support, and you can use it to alleviate neck, hips, or belly discomfort, too. Not to mention, it brings a little extra somethin' to the table, since it comes with a removable hot/cold gel pack for more oomph. Bring it to work or friends' houses for added comfort wherever you are.

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11 perfect products for new moms

Mommy Matters Postpartum Underwear - Not only is this underwear extra absorbent, but it features a special pocket for a soothing gel insert.

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This Is Why Your Wife Doesn't Want to Have Sex With You

We spoke to Dr. Shirazian about how to better understand this dry spell and how to navigate this time of limbo with a spouse.

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Can birth control pills influence the female brain?

Dr. Taraneh Shirazian, an OB-GYN from NYU Langone Health, joins TODAY to discuss how hormonal birth control can affect the way women think, feel and act.

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Science Explains Why New Moms Have Low Libidos

We spoke to Dr. Shirazian about how to better understand this dry spell and how to navigate this time of limbo with a spouse.

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10 Best Pregnancy Pillows of 2020

When you need some extra help combatting backaches caused by pregnancy, the Mommy Matters Portable Pregnancy Pillow is the best choice out there. This back pillow is perfect to use at home on the couch or on your office chair at work for relief during the busy day. Developed by an OBGYN, this pillow also includes a removable hot/cold gel pack to soothe sore muscles.

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Gyno-Approved Underwear that you’ll actually want to show off

The Postpartum Panty Don’t let the name of this cozy undergarment deter you. The Postpartum Panty(designed by OB-GYN Tara Shirazian) is perfect for anyone with a monthly menstrual cycle. Built with a soothing cold gel insert to relieve pain and reduce inflammation, this panty is ideal for individuals who’ve recently given birth, have endometriosis, or experience painful periods.

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20 Best Side Sleeper Pillows Of All Time

This pillow features a supersoft, machine-washable removable slipcover and firm, dual-density memory foam construction. There is even a removable hot/cold gel pack to relieve aches and pains.

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Are Probiotics Good for Your Vagina?

If you're wondering how probiotics can help balance out the pH levels of the vagina, Dr. Shirazian explained that it has a lot to do with the bacteria and the environment of the vagina.

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