Postpartum Recession
Am I ever going to want to hold and nurture my baby?”
“Do these feelings mean that I’m a bad mother?”
Do You Have Baby Blues Or Postpartum Depression?
There are two major ways to tell the difference...
Don’t Ignore Your Postpartum Depression
I often hear from women who choose not to reach out for help even though they have serious concerns they are suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety. There is a tendency to hope that the symptoms will eventually wear off, or that if they can just yank up those bootstraps some more they’ll be alright.
Prepartum Healthcare Can Impact Postpartum Mood Disorders
Perinatal mood disorders have been called the most common complication associated with childbirth.
Maternal Self-Esteem
Body change is shrouded in fear. Iconic female bodies are tiny, toned, tight, and most definitely without the permanence of stretch marks.
Good Enough Is The New Perfect
The following interview with This Emotional Life contributor Dr. Jessica Zucker was...
Jessica Zucker, Ph.D.
Dr. Jessica Zucker is a clinical psychologist and writer practicing in Los Angeles. She has been deeply impacted by her worldwide travels and extensive education revolving around women’s health and development. Earning a master’s degree at New York University in public health with a focus on international reproductive issues led to her working for the Harvard School of Public Health. After years of international public health work, Dr. Zucker pursued a master’s degree in psychology and human development at Harvard University with the aim...
Smaller Than Before: The Politics of Postpartum Bodies
A close friend of mine from graduate school was in town over the weekend, someone I hadn’t seen since I was mid-way through my pregnancy.