How Could I Have PPD When My Life Was So Great?When I was much younger, even before I thought I wanted kids, I remember my mom telling me a story about her...4 min read
Surviving Postpartum Depression as a CoupleSurviving postpartum depression as a couple can be a challenge, but a very rewarding one with effort. Too often, we hear heartbreaking...2 min read
Struggles in Bonding With Your BabyAs a doula, I've spoken with many new parents about struggles in bonding with their new baby. Whether it takes minutes, hours,...3 min read
Yes, You Can Have Postpartum Depression and Still Love Your BabyBecoming a mother is a life-changing experience. Nothing compares to the joy and excitement of holding your newborn baby for the first...3 min read
Navigating PPD With the Help of Medicine and TherapyWe decided to embrace the chaos as a family and our second child was born. He had some breathing problems and had...4 min read
Postpartum Pressure: Society's "Standards" (and Stigmas)Postpartum is hard. Postpartum depression (PPD) makes it harder. Add in the societal stigma mothers face with the diagnosis, and existence becomes...3 min read
