Author Archives: katekripke

About katekripke

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW) with a practice specializing in prenatal and postpartum wellness, including the prevention and treatment of Perinatal Mood Disorders. I am also a Colorado State Coordinator for Postpartum Support International.

A Breathing Meditation for New Moms

Posted on April 2, 2013 by katekripke

Breath is a magnificent thing.  Really.  Of course we need to breathe to exist, but we often forget how important breath is for mental health and  stress management.  Our brains need oxygen to thrive and breath is also a pretty … Continue reading →

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Psychotherapy Options for Treating PPD

Posted on March 21, 2013 by katekripke

Are you wondering about what types of psychotherapy are useful in treating PPD?  Come on over to Postpartum Progress and I’ll fill you in.

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The Healthy Mom Checklist for Postpartum Health

Posted on March 9, 2013 by katekripke

We talk a lot on this blog and Postpartum Progress about what it is like when a mom is NOT well.  But let’s pause for just a minute and focus on what might be included in the lives of moms … Continue reading →

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Do You Feel Like Someone is Holding Your Postpartum Depression Against You?

Posted on February 12, 2013 by katekripke

Have you felt as though the people in your life are unable to let go of your Postpartum depression diagnosis?  Do you feel like others don’t treat you as they once did?  If so, come on over to Postpartum Progress … Continue reading →

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Making the Choice to Get Pregnant if you Struggle with Severe Mental Illness

Posted on February 7, 2013 by katekripke

These can be hard questions to negotiate for folks.  If you, or someone you know, is thinking through the option of becoming pregnant while struggling with a mental illness like bipolar disorder, this post over at Postpartum Progress is for … Continue reading →

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Traumatic Events and Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

Posted on December 18, 2012 by katekripke

I think that it is probably fair to say that the traumatic events that occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut last week have left most of us feeling emotion that we were not prepared for.  Most of us, … Continue reading →

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When Divorce Follows PPD

Posted on December 18, 2012 by katekripke

We are talking about this very complicated topic over at Postpartum Progress.  Come on over and share your thoughts…

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A Reminder for Each of You

Posted on December 13, 2012 by katekripke

Okay….. I have been slacking on my own blog.  And I really don’t like when that happens.  As most of you know, I write be-weekly for Katherine Stone’s Postpartum Progress and I have simply been prioritizing that over writing for … Continue reading →

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Stress-Triggered Depression and PPD

Posted on November 13, 2012 by katekripke

Have you found that increased stress can lead you toward symptoms of depression and anxiety? If so, come on over to Postpartum Progress and learn about 10 strategies for managing stress and emotional distress.

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Shame and PPD

Posted on October 25, 2012 by katekripke

Is shame getting in your way of reaching out or receiving the support and treatment you need?  If so, come and gather the energy to knock that shame down over at Postpartum Progress.  I’m there, today.

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