There is no better day in the whole year than on Mother’s Day to show your mom how much she means to you. Let’s find some simple gifts that express gratitude and appreciation for all that our moms do for us. Take a second do really think about what things your mom loves…either big or… Read More »
There are many ways to say thank you to Mum on May 12, and while it doesn’t have to be expressed in tangible items, there are some great ideas out there if Mum’s a homebody at heart. A new throw or rug is an effective winter warmer, which doubles as a new splash of colour… Read More »
NPR just aired a short story about a young woman who experienced postpartum psychosis after the birth of her first child. It was a short article but it brought up several important themes. The article highlights the importance of recognizing postpartum psychosis. While we have worked hard to increase awareness of postpartum depression, the article… Read More »
We have long known that postpartum depression may have negative effects on the child and may contribute to deficits in social development and emotional regulation. Exactly what mediates these effects is not so clear; however, researchers have observed that depressed mothers tend to be less responsive to their children’s emotional cues and are more likely… Read More »