Finding a Therapist to Help

Are you trying to find a perinatal therapist? A personal recommendation from someone you trust is one of the best places to start.

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Early warning signs of postpartum depression that expecting & new moms need to be aware of

According to a CDC study, 1 in 10 women experience PPD. Treatment for PPD involves a combination of therapy and medication.

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How to treat Postpartum Hair Loss - A Guide

Chances are, you have hair loss after pregnancy. Pretty big chances, actually. According to the American Pregnancy Association, nearly 50% of moms experience some postpartum hair loss. Yikes!

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Postpartum Depression: How Your Partner Suffers, Too.

Postpartum depression hurts. Your body is tired, your spirit feels lost, your food doesn’t taste good anymore. The world doesn’t seem to be on your side. No one understands, and you feel alone. Your spouse/partner, more than anyone else, is going to feel this pressure.

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The Best Lower Back Exercises for You Postpartum.

One of the (many) things you might not hear about postpartum life is how much your back will hurt. It turns out, “postpartum backache” is absolutely a thing.

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Ready for visitors after you've given birth? Here's how to ask them for help without seeming pushy.

If you’re ready for visitors after giving birth you may want to stagger them out so you’re not bombarded one day then hearing crickets the next. The same goes for your Mom and Mother-law – fingers crossed you’re good with them both