There is a lot of awareness now about Postpartum Depression and a growing awareness of Postpartum Anxiety, but women who experience Postpartum OCD often suffer silently and don’t talk about…
Postpartum depression (PPD) is experienced by an estimated 15% of women during the first year after the birth of a baby, making it essential to address the topic and break…
Pregnancy and postpartum anxiety, affecting approximately 1 in 5 women, is often characterized by excessive worrying, racing thoughts, and fear of some type of harm befalling oneself or the baby.…
Going back to work after having a baby can be hard. It can feel like you can’t focus on what’s in front of you as when you are at work…
The journey of pregnancy and early motherhood encompasses a profound transformation, filled with immense physical, emotional, and mental changes. During this life stage, it becomes increasingly important for expectant and…
In this blog article, our Director, Dr. Sarah Allen, provides some practical, evidence-based strategies for expectant and new mothers to improve sleep quality and address common sleep-related challenges during pregnancy…
Navigating the sensitive topic of maternal mental health can often be met with challenges, as societal and cultural stigmas tend to hinder open and honest discussions. Such stigmas can hold…
In the often whirlwind of motherhood, the joy of welcoming a little one often intertwines with unexpected challenges. Amidst the sweet baby giggles and tender moments, there exists a lesser-discussed…
Remote counseling (also called teletherapy or virtual therapy) is available within IL if you are feeling anxiety, depressed or of you experienced a traumatic labor experience. Read the full article…
Flashbacks. Difficulty sleeping. Panic attacks. These are just a few of the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a condition that can occur when someone has survived a traumatic experience…
Thank you to Webshrink for interviewing our Director for their latest article about traumatic birth experiences and how to cope. Read the full article HERE
Most moms experience the baby blues right after they give birth, but postpartum depression, a more severe disorder, likely affects at least one new mom you know. Approximately 15 to 20 percent of…