postpartum depression

Kathryn On Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and Domestic Abuse

"I just sat there staring at this man thinking, what was wrong with me."

Do I have postpartum depression? This screening quiz can help you find out, mama

Think about how you have felt in the past seven days (not just how you feel today).

Kathleen on believing her scary thoughts were normal

"Talking can lead to help which can lead to life changing treatments."

Brittney on postpartum anxiety and separating from her husband

"I am strong for myself and I want my kids to know you can always get help."

5 postpartum depression symptoms you may not have heard of

3. Increased need for control,

Kate on getting her life back after postpartum psychosis

"We need to look after each other and strive for the best care for families in the vulnerable perinatal period."

Singing can relieve postpartum depression, says study

Women in both groups reported an improvement of their symptoms, but women in the singing group responded at a significantly quicker rate.

Postpartum anxiety robbed me of the early years with my kids

But I wasn't alone, and neither are you, mama.

Karen On Postpartum Depression Miscarriage Guilt

"It felt like the thoughts were holding me captive."

My birth trauma story: PTSD, postpartum depression, and learning to advocate for myself

"Postpartum depression doesn’t discriminate. It is something completely out of your control."

Reeham on postpartum depression, anxiety and panic attacks

"After the pressure of getting cut open and having my baby boy Ezra pulled out, my mouth opened and tears overflowed from holding in all my emotions."

Candice on postpartum depression ruining her mom plans

"So here I was, new baby in hand (though not on the boob as he refused to latch), ready to face this motherhood thing."

Alanis Morissette is so honest about pregnancy at 45 + postpartum depression

All new mamas need to hear her message.

Crystal on depression and letting go of being the perfect mother

Although I loved being pregnant, I had been dealing with serious anxiety and my transition to motherhood was no less difficult. It was, by far, the steepest learning curve of my life.

Why I didn’t tell anyone I had PPD

Looking back, I wish I would have made my own self-care a priority as soon as my kids were born, rather than putting my needs on the back burner.

When I tell you I have postpartum depression, here’s what I want you to know

It doesn't always look how you might think.

How to find the best therapist for you (and what to expect)

Here are some of the most asked questions about therapy.

Want to help new families? Start by supporting mothers’ mental health

Statistics say one thing about postpartum mood disorders, but social media can say another.

Chrissy Teigen on postpartum depression: ‘I just assumed that was motherhood’

Her secret weapons are honesty and support. 

Postpartum depression left me feeling empty with holes I didn’t know how to fill

I had desperately wanted to be a mother and was so grateful for my daughter's health and happiness, but it felt like large chunks of me were gone, scooped out, and I had empty holes I didn't know how to fill.