There is starting to be more recognition of postpartum depression in women. (Still working on raising awareness about postpartum anxiety!) But did you know that 1 in 10 dads develop postpartum depression or anxiety? You are especially at risk if you have a history of depression or if you partner is experiencing a PMAD. Symptoms […]
There is starting to be more recognition of postpartum depression in women. (Still working on raising awareness about postpartum anxiety!) But did you know that 1 in 10 dads develop postpartum depression or anxiety? You are especially at risk if you have a history of depression or if you partner is experiencing a PMAD. Symptoms […]
Deciding whether or not to start or continue medications when you are pregnant or breastfeeding is a very personal decision. You should work closely with a doctor who is familiar with perinatal mental health to help you make the best decisions for yourself and your baby. This might be your OB-GYN or a reproductive psychiatrist […]
Deciding whether or not to start or continue medications when you are pregnant or breastfeeding is a very personal decision. You should work closely with a doctor who is familiar with perinatal mental health to help you make the best decisions for yourself and your baby. This might be your OB-GYN or a reproductive psychiatrist […]
As a Christian counselor who specializes in pregnancy and postpartum mental health, I listen to stories every day from moms who have had a variety of experiences on their journey to motherhood. Some of those experiences include the NICU. It’s been my privilege to walk with NICU parents through healing from postpartum trauma, including EMDR […]
As a Christian counselor who specializes in pregnancy and postpartum mental health, I listen to stories every day from moms who have had a variety of experiences on their journey to motherhood. Some of those experiences include the NICU. It’s been my privilege to walk with NICU parents through healing from postpartum trauma, including EMDR […]
When moms reach out for counseling for postpartum depression, anxiety, and trauma, there are often common themes to their experiences. Many women come to realize that part of their birth story felt very out of control, often traumatic. This is especially true if the NICU was a part of their experience. In the article, “We […]
When moms reach out for counseling for postpartum depression, anxiety, and trauma, there are often common themes to their experiences. Many women come to realize that part of their birth story felt very out of control, often traumatic. This is especially true if the NICU was a part of their experience. In the article, “We […]
If you have stumbled onto this page, it likely means you have been affected by a pregnancy loss… either it’s happened to you, a family member, a friend… and you’re looking for ways to know you’re not alone. The heartbreaking truth is that you definitely are not alone, as best guesses place miscarriage rates at […]
If you have stumbled onto this page, it likely means you have been affected by a pregnancy loss… either it’s happened to you, a family member, a friend… and you’re looking for ways to know you’re not alone. The heartbreaking truth is that you definitely are not alone, as best guesses place miscarriage rates at […]
All right! You’ve scheduled your first counseling appointment. This means you’ve already overcome several major milestones in starting therapy, whether you realized it or not. First, you decided you’re ready for some support or help. Maybe you’re looking for counseling for anxiety or trauma, or emotional support during pregnancy or postpartum. Second, you did your research […]
All right! You’ve scheduled your first counseling appointment. This means you’ve already overcome several major milestones in starting therapy, whether you realized it or not. First, you decided you’re ready for some support or help. Maybe you’re looking for counseling for anxiety or trauma, or emotional support during pregnancy or postpartum. Second, you did your research […]
(Note: For ease of reading, I’ve chosen to describe this from a married couple’s perspective, but please feel free to substitute the word “partner” if that describes your situation better.) Congratulations! You have a newborn baby. You’ve been home from the hospital for several weeks. You’re back to work and your wife is home all […]
(Note: For ease of reading, I’ve chosen to describe this from a married couple’s perspective, but please feel free to substitute the word “partner” if that describes your situation better.) Congratulations! You have a newborn baby. You’ve been home from the hospital for several weeks. You’re back to work and your wife is home all […]
Bearing The Unbearable: Love, Loss, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief by Joanne Cacciatore, PhD. As I’ve mentioned in past posts, I’m currently doing an online training on pregnancy and infant. One of our assignments is to read and write a summary on three bereavement books. Today I’ll be reviewing “Bearing the Unbearable: Love, Loss, […]
Bearing The Unbearable: Love, Loss, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief by Joanne Cacciatore, PhD. As I’ve mentioned in past posts, I’m currently doing an online training on pregnancy and infant. One of our assignments is to read and write a summary on three bereavement books. Today I’ll be reviewing “Bearing the Unbearable: Love, Loss, […]
