Posts Tagged ‘postpartum anxiety’
A Letter to my New Mom Self
Dear Me, Where do I start? I look back at you, snuggling that brand new, squishy baby, and I know everything you are thinking, everything you are worrying about, and everything you are struggling with. I know it doesn’t feel like it right now, but I promise you will get through this period, it will…
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Is a Peaceful Postpartum Possible?
Peaceful is defined as – ‘free from disturbance; tranquil. See also: tranquil, calm, restful’. That is a pretty big definition to try and live up to when you are planning for the postpartum period. Is “peaceful” really a word that can be applied to the days, weeks, and months after a baby? Okay,…
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The Day After – Coping With Depression
Depression. Anxiety. It is a hot topic this time of year. Recently, I had a conversation with my husband, Adam, about mental health. I admitted that the time of year was getting to me and I was feeling more down than usual. My seasonal depression was, right on time, kicking into high gear. Now,…
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