Feelings of depression cause us to become stuck in a cycle of repetitive thoughts and negative thinking. Whether we regret the past, are judging ourselves harshly, blaming others for our problems, or anticipating a bleak future these thoughts make us feel sad, ashamed, and angry. This is a perpetual cycle that prevents us from being …
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The birth of a baby can be a joyous and memorable time filled with celebrations for the entire family. That being said, a new baby can also bring a flood of more negative emotions for the new mom. Between the stressors of taking care of a new life and doing so with little sleep and …
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The birth of a baby is a joyful event but it always brings unexpected challenges for new parents. These are typically overcome in time as the family gets used to a new routine, but the adjustment isn’t easily made for some – especially new mothers who experience postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is a mood disorder …
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The baby blues are no joking matter, and women worldwide know this if they have experienced the effects of postpartum depression (PPD) after giving birth. Hormonal and chemical changes, combined with a ton of physical changes, can leave mom feeling moody and overwhelmed, which is normal after childbirth but may be discouraging and cause a …
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