Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common condition experienced by many new mothers. It is characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion—all of which can interfere with daily life, and interrupt the process of bonding with the new baby. While postpartum...
An expectant mother is about to experience extreme lifestyle changes, on top of the immediate emotional and physical stress of childbirth. Dealing with these newfound challenges—sleep deprivation, the responsibility of nurturing a newborn, and the underlying stress of...
For many women, giving birth is the most joyous event of their lives. But, every year, for more than 3 million women in the U.S., child birth results in the development of postpartum depression—and it can be devastating for mother and child alike. Most cases of...
Postpartum depression is complex, oftentimes confusing, and always emotionally-charged. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimate that 11-20% of women who give birth– about 600,000 women every year – will experience signs of postpartum depression. Only 15% of the...
The last thing that any mom expects is that after nine months of anticipation and excitement, she is too unhappy to enjoy her baby. Unfortunately, statistics tell us that 80 percent of all new mothers will suffer from severe mood swings, while ten percent suffer from...
