While searching through old research files for an article I am writing on mitochondria and hormones, I stumbled upon the presentation notes for my thesis defense. I thought some of our readers might find them interesting. Although, I was not able to find the original PowerPoint presentation, I did find a later presentation that included […]
In part one of this series I noted that my approach to postpartum depression research was a little bit different than most others. Namely, I didn’t ascribe to either the nomenclature of the syndromes, whether defined by popular culture or by the DSM, the timing of the onset of the symptoms nor the explanation of […]
Postpartum depression may occur in up to 1 of every 8 pregnant women. Here, we produce a fictional representation of how it may present to you in real life, whether you are a family member, friend, or spouse. It is important to note that postpartum depression can also occur during pregnancy, and can occur as […]
Postpartum depression can be frightening and devastating for some families, but it doesn’t have to be if you and your loved ones get help. Listed below are resources for postpartum families. If you suspect you or a loved one has postpartum depression, find help. Resource Phone Numbers Available 24/7 Suicide Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE National Suicide Prevention […]
She was insy tinsy, curled up in a comfy ball. When she was happy, she did summersaults in the amniotic fluid, with plenty of room to spare. She had no idea, but first she went to the left, and then she swooned to the right, floating with pure bliss. There was no yesterday, and no […]
As a mom of young children, I was very much affected by the Andrea Yates case. If you recall she experienced successive bouts of psychosis and pursued multiple attempts at suicide following the delivery of each of her children. After her fifth child, she drowned her children, killing them all. The case was a heartbreaking, […]
I was not diagnosed with Endometriosis until four years after the birth of my daughter. The pain of endo plus postpartum depression was hell mentally and physically. And did I mention, I was a single mother as well.When my daughter was born I felt no attachment to her whatsoever, no love, nothing. I felt like […]
The two years beginning in late pregnancy and continuing post childbirth can be particularly difficult for many women. The risk of serious mental illness is significantly higher than at any other time in a woman’s life. More often than not, however, the mental health issues are attributed to the stress of becoming a mom and […]