Welcoming a new little person into your life and the lives of people around you are one of the most wonderful experiences. However, it can also be very stressful and emotional. Many new moms suffer from the baby blues or even postpartum depression. This happens for many reasons, including hormone changes and the rise and subsequent fall of Oxytocin. You may have also had a traumatic birth, which can be very damaging to your mental health - if this is the case, then you may need to speak to a … [Read more...]
A Guide for First-Time Parents
Having a new baby is an extremely exciting but daunting prospect; especially if you're going to be a first-time parent. It can be difficult to know exactly what to expect when your newborn is placed into your arms for the very first time and how this little bundle of joy is set to change your life forever. It's a natural feeling to worry about whether you're doing everything right - after all, it's such a huge life adjustment that you simply can't prepare for. This blog will give you some … [Read more...]
Experiencing Postpartum Depression? There Are Resources That Can Help
Postpartum depression is a common reality for mothers all over the world, impacting roughly one in seven women. Common symptoms of the condition include feelings of anxiety, a lack of energy, frequent crying, and irritability. Changes in typical eating or sleeping patterns can also occur in many cases of postpartum depression. There is no one simple cause for the mood disorder, either. Rather, it is believed to result from a confluence of physical factors such as lack of sleep, emotional factors … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Postpartum Depression
Bringing a whole new person into the world is supposed to be a joyous occasion, so why do you feel so miserable after doing so? You may have heard of the short-lived �baby blues,� but if you've felt down for two weeks or more, you may be experiencing postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is common. First off, know that you are not alone. In fact, postpartum depression is quite common, affecting about one in nine mothers. Perinatal depression, a term that encompasses depressi … [Read more...]
