I lied to the first person who asked me if I had postpartum depression. Four days after giving birth, I was sitting on a chair in the pediatrician’s office, holding my crying newborn, who was there ...

When I found out I was pregnant a couple years ago, I was overwhelmed with excitement — but it wasn’t long before moments of worry and anxiety crept in. Was my mental health going to be OK after I ...

Tahwii Spicer’s birthing experience was fairly easy. She had chosen to have her daughter at a birthing center and the presence of her family members made her feel at ease. After the birth of her ...

The weeks and months following childbirth bring profound physical, emotional, and psychological changes that can overwhelm even the most prepared new parents. While some degree of mood fluctuation, ...

On August 4, The Food and Drug Administration approved the first oral medication specifically indicated for the treatment of postpartum depression. A pill won’t fix America’s maternal health crisis, ...

Nima Bhakta was that college friend who everyone knew would be a great mother. We met in 2006, and I could see that she was always at ease when she interacted with children. Kind and confident, she ...

The "Fight Song" singer says she hopes to advocate for moms experiencing postpartum depression and wants them to know it's OK to ask for help Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images forAudacy's Leading Ladies ...

One of the best ways to help baby get a great start is to make sure mom has the postpartum essentials she needs as she recovers from birth. Seasoned labor and delivery nurse Liesel Teen says many ...

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