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Postpartum Depression
The baby has arrived and everyone is thrilled – except you. It’s not uncommon for new moms to feel a range of emotions – love, happiness, joy, anxiety, fear – and sometimes depression. If you’re feeling depressed, irritable, sad, ...
Q&A: My Hair Is Falling Out!
Q I have a 7 month old baby boy. I read that I would lose some of my hair in the months following childbirth, but I seem to lose about a handful every day. Is this normal and if so, how long will it continue to fall out? A I know...
Q&A: Postpartum Bleeding
Q How much bleeding is normal after delivery? I am 2 week postpartum. A Lochia is the term that is used for post partum bleeding or discharge during the post partum period. There are three stages: the first is red, and lasts from...
Effects, Symptoms and Treatments of Postpartum Depression
Traditional Medical Treatments for PPDTwo of the most common treatments for depression are the use of antidepressant medications, and psychological therapy. In the case of depression resulting from a medical condition such as hor...
Effects, Symptoms and Treatments of Postpartum Depression
Depression affects an average 19 million Americans, and the vast majority of these are women. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression affected 20 % of the world's population in 1990. Included in these statisti...
Getting Back Your Body After Baby
The postnatal period can be a difficult time considering all the major changes in your life and your body. You will likely find yourself exhausted, still carrying extra weight and may feel unattractive. In reality, becoming a mom ...
Postpartum Depression or "Baby Blues"
The arrival of a baby is meant to be a time of great joy for a new mother. Nevertheless, when a woman begins experiencing feelings of great sadness, only days after the birth of her baby, she may feel as if something is wrong wit...
Postpartum - The Whole Truth
You have made it. You have endured labor, and delivered your child into this world. You feel powerful, gracious, and thankful. However, you aren't too upset that it's over now, are you? But is it really over? The answer is no. The...
Depression: Not Your Ordinary Blues
Depression is more common than one would think. According to the US Department of Health & Human Services, clinical depression affects 15% of Americans at one point in their lives. In fact, depression is the number one cause of ...
Junior's Here... Now, What About My Body?
The benefits of exercise One of the most frequently asked questions on my online bulletin board and in my classes is, "How soon after my baby is born can I start exercising again?" The answer is, "IMMEDIATELY!" Now, that doesn't ...
