While I always encourage raising awareness about postpartum mood disorders, I was saddened that it took a women being shot to death in front of her baby to get the topic in the media. As you probably know, last week Miriam Carey was involved in a chase with Washington D.C. police, leading to her crashing […]
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Blood test may predict which moms will suffer from postpartum depression
80% of new moms suffer from the baby blues after their baby arrives. 20% of new moms will go on to suffer from postpartum depression. Researchers have found that a blood test may identify which new moms have a high risk of developing the sometimes debilitating condition known as postpartum depression. Women with a […]
Becoming a Father: Paternal Postnatal Depression
When we discuss postpartum depression or hear about it in the media, it is always in reference to a mother’s mood disorder. Because of this, when fathers have a hard time dealing with the challenges of becoming a father and become depressed, it is often undiagnosed and left untreated. All too often, new dads feel […]
How quickly will you recover from Postpartum Depression?
I just read a great article on the Postpartum Progress blog. She has put together a fabulous resource for women suffering from PPD. I’m just going to summarize here, but please read the full article as she gives so much more information: 1. How long did you suffer from PPD before you reached out […]
How to Have a Happy Postpartum
I published this article online recently: How to Have a Happy PostpartumPostpartum depression is a very real concern to new mothers. Eighty percent of women experience some sort of postnatal mood disorder, the mildest of which is called the “baby blues”. With proper preparation, the majority of women can avoid the baby blues.View more »
The importance of Iron
“Iron is also critical to the proper functioning of the immune system and the production of energy. Insufficient iron stores in the body can lead to anemia and other illnesses. Women who are menstruating, pregnant, or lactating are at an increased risk for iron deficiency.” Please read the full article. This ties in beautifully with […]
