Category Archives: PPD treatment

A Breathing Meditation for New Moms

Posted on April 2, 2013 by

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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12 Myths of Pregnancy and Postpartum

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

Myth # 1. When you are pregnant, you will feel better than you have ever felt.  In fact, you will glow! Fact: While some women describe pregnancy as wonderfully full- a time when they felt more energetic than ever, when … Continue reading →

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When Dads and Partners Just Don’t Understand

Posted on October 18, 2011 by

Do you feel like your spouse/partner can’t get what you are going through?  If so, come visit me at Postpartum Progress.

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Postpartum OCD- What you Need to Know

Posted on October 14, 2011 by

When we refer to “Postpartum Depression”, we miss the ball for many, many women who struggle during pregnancy or after giving birth.  Sure, tons of women become depressed during pregnancy or after (about 1 in in 5, actually), but even … Continue reading →

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Placentophagia: New York Magazine Takes the Debate

Posted on August 25, 2011 by

A number of months ago, I wrote a post on Placentophagia (the practice of eating one’s placenta) that has become the most widely read piece on this blog.  Each day, at least one new reader finds me through a google … Continue reading →

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It’s About Time

Posted on August 17, 2011 by

I’m back with a phenomenal piece of news: On Monday, the University of North Carolina’s Hospital in Chapel Hill opened the first ever inpatient psychiatric clinic for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety disorders.  Let me repeat that: Women who are struggling … Continue reading →

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When PPD/PPA Treatment Takes Longer Than You’d Like

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

I know that you want to feel better.  Fast.  Now. Yesterday.  Sooner rather than Later.  As quickly as possible.  I know. For many women, the hardest part of treatment is admitting that you need help.  For some it’s picking up … Continue reading →

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When it Comes to Choices, Moms Know Best

Posted on July 6, 2011 by

You are the expert in you… Come visit me at Postpartum Progress and learn more…

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Your Questions Answered About Medication and PPD

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

Are you trying to decide whether or not taking medication should be part of your treatment plan?  Do you have questions about how medication works and how it might help you?  Do you have concerns about taking medication while also … Continue reading →

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Some Helpful Information on Antidepressants

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

Katherine Stone over at Postpartum Progress brought this to my attention. This short but very informative slide show by WebMD may answer some of your questions…

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