Therapy for Postpartum Depression
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Therapy for Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Depression can look different in each mom- for some it is filled with more anxiety, for others it’s a feeling of overwhelm and hopelessness, and others report a lack of feeling and general sense of disconnection. Postpartum is also very common, with 1 in 5 moms experiencing it. Postpartum depression is treatable and you can feel better. Read on to learn more about Therapy for Postpartum Depression.

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Dark Thoughts in Postpartum
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Dark Thoughts in Postpartum

Having dark, scary thoughts in the postpartum time can feel really bad and alarming, but they are actually quite common. Read more about Intrusive thoughts during postpartum, how to cope with them and when to seek out help.

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What to Know About Birth Trauma
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What to Know About Birth Trauma

Giving birth is quite the experience to say the least. Unfortunately, about 45% of new moms experience birth trauma. Read on to learn more about Birth Trauma. If this is something you or someone you love has experience, please know that there is help available.

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The Essential Guide to Postpartum
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The Essential Guide to Postpartum

The postpartum time is certainly a huge transition and quite honestly, all that reading and preparing for baby probably did not address many of the common struggles that come up during this time. As a perinatal therapist for moms in the postpartum time, these are the common pain points of postpartum that I see with my clients, along with strategies to help you through them.

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Postpartum Support | What I Wish I Knew as a New Mom
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Postpartum Support | What I Wish I Knew as a New Mom

Becoming a mother is an amazing experience. It changes your life in every possible way. I thought I was more than ready to be a mom and for my postpartum experience, however, I was really thrown for a loop. Read on to learn more about getting Postpartum Support and the things I wish I knew as a new mom.

 

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Anxiety in Motherhood

Anxiety in Motherhood

Motherhood and Anxiety.

Those two things seem to go hand-in-hand. Having a child amplifies all of your worries, concerns, and struggles. While anxiety is a normal part of motherhood and life, it can become a barrier to living the life we want. Read on to learn more about anxiety, how it can come up in motherhood and our children and when to know when to seek help.

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Is it Postpartum Depression or Baby Blues?
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Is it Postpartum Depression or Baby Blues?

The period of time after having a baby is intense with lots of ups and downs. Many moms report feeling more "emotional" with crying fits, feeling sad and overwhelmed, and increased conflict with their partners. This is often described as the "Baby Blues," however some moms will experience Postpartum Depression. How do you know if it’s you have the “Baby Blues” or something more, like Postpartum Depression? Read on to learn more.

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