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A Partnership for Healing – The Motherhood Center and Ronald McDonald House New York

Navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs—including Perinatal Anxiety, Perinatal Depression, Perinatal OCD, Postpartum PTSD, and Postpartum Psychosis) is challenging for any family, and the journey becomes even more complex…

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Loving and Struggling: How Ambivalence Shapes the Motherhood Experience

By: Sarah Pinson, PhD, Perinatal Psychology Fellow Motherhood is often portrayed as a purely joyous and fulfilling experience. But in reality, it is much more complex. Mothers and birthing people…

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Managing the Mental Load of Motherhood

A reflection from the “Parenting on Overload: How to reset and manage expectations” panel discussion for World Mental Health Day Managing the mental load of motherhood is a challenge that…

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Warm And Supportive Group Therapy Session In The Motherhood Center's Day Program Room. Two Mothers Sit In Comfortable Chairs, Actively Participating In The Discussion, With One Holding A Playful Pillow. In The Foreground, A Brightly Colored Baby Bouncer With A Lion Motif Adds A Cheerful Touch, Emphasizing The Family-centered Atmosphere. The Room Features A Cozy And Welcoming Setting, Fostering Connection And Healing For Perinatal Patients.

Navigating the Journey of Motherhood

The Essential Role of Support and Specialized Care The journey into motherhood, often described as a beautiful and transformative experience, can also be fraught with unexpected challenges. For many mothers…

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The Motherhood Center's Nursery For On-site Patients. The Bright And Well-organized Space Includes White Cabinets For Storage, A Colorful Play Mat With A Baby Activity Gym, A Changing Station, A Baby Bouncer, A Crib, And A Desk With A Dollhouse. The Walls Feature Subtle Polka Dot Patterns And Framed Art, Creating A Warm And Child-friendly Environment For Patient Use.

The Motherhood Center’s Hidden Gem

A ‘Baby Whisperer’ with 20+ Years of Experience By Heather Morgan Shott I’m feeding a baby the last few sips of his late afternoon bottle, gently rocking him as he…

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The Vital Role of a Postpartum Mental Health Plan

Ensuring a Healthy Start to Parenthood Welcoming a new baby is a profound and life-changing experience. While it can bring joy at times, it can also be incredibly overwhelming, and…

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Illustration Of A Woman With Dark Hair In A Low Bun, Wearing A Patterned Blue Dress And Gold Earrings, Gently Cradling A Baby Wrapped In A Blue Blanket With Polka Dots. The Background Is A Soft Cream Color, Conveying Warmth And Care.

Honoring Juneteenth

A Reflection on Maternal Mental Health and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders The Significance of JuneteenthJuneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks a pivotal moment in American history. It commemorates the…

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Illustration Of A Woman With Curly Dark Hair Wearing A White Top And Patterned Orange Underwear, Tenderly Holding And Breastfeeding A Baby Wrapped In A Navy Blue Blanket With Peach Polka Dots. The Background Is A Solid Deep Blue, Symbolizing Care And Nurturing.

Understanding D-MER: When Breastfeeding Leads to Unexpected Emotions

Written by Milicent Fugate, MD Associate Director of the Day Program and Reproductive Psychiatrist Many parents find breastfeeding a unique and intimate experience that fosters a special bond with their…

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Illustration Of A Woman With Long Dark Hair Sitting On The Ground, Hugging Her Knees And Resting Her Head On Her Arms. She Is Wearing A Blue Top And Jeans, With A Distressed Posture. The Background Is A Solid Orange Color, Symbolizing Emotional Struggle Or Contemplation.

Caring for Pregnancy Loss

Understanding, Supporting, and Navigating Through Grief Written by Evelyn Gama, LCSW Perinatal Therapist at The Motherhood Center of New York Pregnancy loss is a profoundly emotional experience that affects not…

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A Collage Of Three News Articles Highlighting Tragic Cases Involving Postpartum Mental Health Issues. The First Article From The New York Post Discusses A NYC Mother Suspected Of Drowning Her Three Children, Charged With Murder. The Second Article, Also From The New York Post, Covers Lindsay Clancy, A Massachusetts Mother Accused Of Strangling Her Three Kids And Being Transferred For Mental Health Treatment. The Third Article, From CBS News New York, Details The Murder-suicide Of Dr. Krystal Cascetta And Her 4-month-old Daughter, With Postpartum Mental Health Conditions Cited As A Likely Factor.

Postpartum Psychosis: ILL, NOT EVIL

Understanding Postpartum Psychosis and Maternal Infanticide In the wake of tragic cases where mothers have taken the lives of their children, society is often left grappling with a complex mix…

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TMC Blog

A Partnership for Healing – The Motherhood Center and Ronald McDonald House New York

Loving and Struggling: How Ambivalence Shapes the Motherhood Experience

Managing the Mental Load of Motherhood

Navigating the Journey of Motherhood

The Motherhood Center’s Hidden Gem

The Vital Role of a Postpartum Mental Health Plan

Honoring Juneteenth

Understanding D-MER: When Breastfeeding Leads to Unexpected Emotions

Caring for Pregnancy Loss

Postpartum Psychosis: ILL, NOT EVIL

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