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Some women — for example, those with a previous history of depression or anxiety — are prone to postpartum mood disorders. Other risk factors include a tumultuous puberty, tendency toward intense PMS, a traumatic birth experience and lack of support. While support from either family…
By Doula Jen Last week we discussed a handful of things that may WORSEN postpartum depression. Today we flip that topic completely to talk about what might make a case of postpartum anxiety more manageable. These are not cures, but tips and boosters to add to…
By Doula Jen We know that the risk of developing perinatal mood disorders lessens with postpartum preparedness, quality support, education and self-care. However, sometimes the predisposition for depression is gripping, the birth traumatic, or unforeseen family crisis both untimely and severe. And it hits…no matter…
By Jen Wittes Dr. Walker Karraa is a writer, researcher, and educator. She is a leading mind in the field of women’s health. Her first book, Transformed by Postpartum Depression: Women’s Stories of Trauma and Growth, will be published by Praeclarus Press, Fall 2014. Dr. Karraa…
By Doula Jen Before conception, a woman has likely heard the terms “Baby Blues” and “Postpartum Depression.” She may think that the phrases are interchangeable or she may understand that the conditions are quite different. She may or may not have heard of Postpartum Anxiety…
