Postpartum psychosis is a severe mental illness that can come upon a woman after she has a baby. While a woman who experiences postpartum psychosis may also experience symptoms of postpartum depression, the two are very different and should never be mistaken one for the other. It’s estimated that around one tenth of one percent [...]

There are some things that you need to know when it comes to Omega-3 fatty acids and your baby. It is extremely important that you get enough Omega-3 fatty acids, not just while you’re pregnant, but while you are nursing as well. In addition to helping your health, Omega-3 Fatty acids play a role in [...]

As many women know, postpartum depression can be a very debilitating condition. If it is left unchecked, postpartum depression can even prevent a mother from bonding with her baby. In some cases, severe postpartum depression may lead into a more serious condition like postpartum psychosis, which can even wind up being fatal for the new [...]

As you may know, Omega-3 fatty acids can help you in a number of ways during pregnacy. What you may not know is that Omega-3 fatty acids may provide you with a number of benefits after your baby is born, as well. There are at least two ways in which omega-3 fatty acids can help [...]

The fact of the matter is that postpartum depression can be a very debilitating condition. If left unchecked, postpartum depression can prevent a mother from bonding with her baby, or even break up a family. In some cases, severe postpartum depression may lead into postpartum psychosis, which can even wind up being fatal for the [...]

Somewhere between 5% and 9% of women will experience postpartum thyroiditis. Postpartum thyroiditis refers to the inflammation of the thyroid glad that occurs after pregnancy (postpartum). The inflammation itself is typically painless, and occurs between 4 and 12 months after giving birth. However, there are specific symptoms that this inflammation can cause that may need [...]

A woman experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother and their partner before, during and just after childbirth is known as a “doula.” Doulas are trained and experienced in childbirth. A doula may offer help and advice on issues related to comfort, movement, positioning and relaxation. She may [...]