Becoming a new parent is an exciting and joyous experience, but it can also be overwhelming and emotional. It is common for new parents to experience a range of emotions, including feeling sad, anxious, or irritable, in the days and weeks following the birth of their child. This is often referred to as the "baby… Continue reading Baby Blues
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Recognizing and Treating Postpartum Mental Illness
The birth of a baby is often seen as a time of joy and happiness. However, it is not uncommon for new mothers to experience a range of emotions, including feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion. For some women, these feelings can develop into more severe mental health disorders known as postpartum mental disorders. I… Continue reading Recognizing and Treating Postpartum Mental Illness
My PTSD Experience
Today’s post is about trauma. Everyone experiences trauma, whether it be on a small or grand level. The interesting thing about trauma is that it affects everyone differently. Something that one might not feel is traumatic might cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for another. Let’s take driving as an example. One person might narrowly avoid… Continue reading My PTSD Experience
My Postpartum Experience
There are many mental illnesses that can take hold postpartum. It does not matter if you have not suffered from mental illness prior to being pregnant. It does not matter if you have not had any issue with mental illness after previous pregnancies. It can happen to anyone without an obvious trigger. Many women experience… Continue reading My Postpartum Experience