Originally posted August 6, 2018. Part One: Recovering from birth trauma Birth trauma is a risk factor for postpartum depression, Help is available! Betty was feeling very down, anxious and disconnected. She had given birth to her third child just twelve weeks ago! Her new baby was a joy. He was beautiful and perfect. And so much work as well! Betty had never missed sleep so much in her life! He was her second baby, her first son. She thought she should feel very happy.

Originally posted May 5, 2014. Guest Post Today! Megan Daley! This year again I have the honor of hosting Megan Daley! Megan discusses her challenges with perinatal mood disorders twice in her lifetime. She is presently pregnant with her third child. She talks about her concerns in this pregnancy for her postpartum health and how she is proactively creating a personal postpartum plan. To help others, Megan outlines resources that helped her through her dark times. She

Originally posted April 23, 2013. As a practicing professional counselor, I want to positively share what I’ve noticed over the years...

Originally posted April 21, 2013. An Invitation to YOU! Please Join Us! Postpartum Support International’s 2013 First Maternal Mental...