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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
