Category Archives: Postpartum PTSD

Postpartum PTSD- Risk Factors and Symptoms

Posted on October 13, 2011 by

It is not the details of a mom’s birth that can lead her to symptoms of post traumatic stress, but her perception of the birth experience. I invite you to come and share in the conversation at Postpartum Progress…

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An Essay: The Many Faces of Postpartum Depression

Posted on February 1, 2011 by

It is with great appreciation that I offer this essay to you.  I am certain that there will be something within its words that resonates with you or someone you know. Thanks Bill.   The Many Faces of Postpartum Depression … Continue reading →

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Survivors Surviving… and More.

Posted on January 8, 2011 by

For anyone who is a survivor of sexual abuse, giving birth can be incredibly anxiety provoking and at times traumatic.  My wonderful colleague and friend Katie Wise, founder of YoMama Yoga, offers an inspiring voice around these issues as she … Continue reading →

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Preterm and Neonatal Loss: An Informative Interview

Posted on June 22, 2010 by

1.  Please introduce yourself and your work for our readers. My name is Claudine Radford. I currently live and work in San Francisco, and am trained and licensed as a clinical social worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist. My private practice is … Continue reading →

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“Following Elias”

Posted on May 13, 2010 by

Each mothering role has its challenges…. and these challenges are, at times, more than one can bear.  Sometimes it is the exhaustion, sometimes the tantrums.  One day it is the relationship with your partner that seems the suffer and others … Continue reading →

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A self test for PPD: the EPDS

Posted on April 8, 2010 by

Below is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), the most widely used screen for postpartum depression and anxiety.  It takes a mom only minutes to complete, and can be a good gauge as to how a mom is doing emotionally … Continue reading →

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PPD: Warning signs

Posted on April 8, 2010 by

I led a training for docs, nurses, childbirth educators, and staff on Postpartum Depression and Anxiety today at Boulder Community Hospital.  Its always thrilling to see so many people taking their lunch break to learn about how to better support … Continue reading →

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