Depression hurts. It can make you feel so many emotions or none at all. It can affect one’s energy level and engagement with others. When a parent has depression, it definitely can impact the family. If you suffer from depression, please know that this is not intended to call you out or make you feel …
Maternal Depression
So much more work to do when it comes to postpartum depression
When I saw the recent article titled, “When she asked for help for postpartum depression. The nurse called the cops” on Slate.com, I was appalled and frustrated. Postpartum depression is a clinical condition that affects up to 20% of new mothers. Among women in living in poverty, the percentage is much higher (upwards of 60%). …
Trying to Understand How to Best Support New Mothers (and fathers) with Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a very real mental health condition that affects upwards of 25% of mothers within the 6 months of after delivering a baby, but can occur anytime within the first year after birth. It is a condition that we know can affect the health and wellbeing of the baby with lasting effects on …
Postpartum Depression and Motherhood…Need to Get Moms Help
Parenthood is one of the most rewarding, yet hardest jobs anyone can ask for. Remembering the time when you first discovered that a new life was beginning inside you, all women go through a variety of emotions. Elation, relief, giddiness and wonder. And then it alternates with panic and worry. And you ride that wave for …