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...reactions
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...reactions
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...reactions
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...reactions
What to Know About Postpartum Depression in MenMany people assume postpartum depression (PPD) only affects women. However, new fathers can also experience depression after their child is born. PPD...reactions
Reparenting My Inner Child as a New MotherWith the help of therapy, I have been exploring the idea of reparenting my inner child. We all have an inner child...reactions
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...reactions
Therapy Sessions and Writing: Finding My PPD Coping MechanismsAre there any moms out there who feel like they may be struggling with postpartum depression but aren't ready to seek therapy...reactions
Postpartum Depression in Transgender or Gender Nonbinary (TGNB) ParentsThe terms "transgender" and "nonbinary" refer to people whose perception of their own gender differs from the sex they were assigned at...reactions
Early-Pregnancy DepressionIt was 5:00 a.m. on "test day" – 8 days after my frozen embryo transfer, and I was alone in my bathroom...reactions
How Long Does Postpartum Depression Last?As a new mom, I was hit with a wave of emotions I never thought possible. The joy and excitement of bringing...reactions
Breastfeeding and Postpartum DepressionThe relationship between breastfeeding and postpartum depression (PPD) is complicated. Years of research on breastfeeding and maternal mental health have mixed and...reactions
Postpartum Depression After a Miscarriage and Infant LossThis is probably the hardest post I'll write. But I think it's critical to write, because there wasn't anything I could find...reactions
Want to Write for Us?Would you like to share your experience with postpartum depression and help others? We're looking to add new voices to our Patient...reactions
How My Doula Helped Me Spot the Signs of Postpartum DepressionIn 2018, we met our excellent doula, Vanessa, via a referral and immediately knew she would be the one. Her fantastic energy...reactions
Postpartum AnxietyDeveloping anxiety after having a baby is not uncommon. According to a 2018 study, 1 in 5 women are highly anxious during...reactions
Depression and InfertilityI recently shared how I managed my depression while trying to conceive. About 10 months into that journey, I decided to seek...reactions
Finding Light Through the GuiltAs a new mom, I remember gazing into my newborn son's eyes and feeling such intense joy that it brought tears to...reactions
What Are the Differences Between Postpartum Depression and "Regular" Depression?Having a baby can be an exciting and happy time. But for some people who have given birth, it can come with...reactions
Trying to Conceive While Managing DepressionI was diagnosed with depression in 2013, 4 years later than I should've been, and a year before I met my now...reactions
