Because there are multiple types of depression, anyone feeling as if he or she is battling the condition might understandably wonder, “What kind of depression do I have?” The most severe form is major depressive disorder, or MDD. People with MDD feel down most or all of the time and … Read More
You’ll often hear about postpartum depression, but did you know that many women also experience depression while pregnant? In fact, depression during the pregnancy (called antenatal depression) is actually more prevalent than postpartum depression.[1] Unfortunately, antenatal depression doesn’t get the attention it deserves and, as a consequence, many women aren’t … Read More
Cesarean sections are more common than ever. In some cases, women elect to have c-sections instead of a vaginal delivery, and in others, they may be medically necessary or performed in an emergency. Whatever your reason for having one, recovering from c-section procedures can take weeks, if not months. These … Read More
Postpartum depression is the most common medical complication that occurs after giving birth,[1] occurring in up to 13% of new mothers. Fatigue, sadness, anxiety, and sleep disturbances are just a few of the negative symptoms associated with this disorder,[2]and studies suggest that postpartum depression in the mother can negatively affect … Read More
I live in Seattle, where the clouds hide the sun for most of the winter (and much of the spring and fall, too). So far this year we have had some particularly dark days - record setting dark days, in fact. Many people are greatly affected by lack of light … Read More
If you are in the process of deciding on breastfeeding vs formula feeding, here’s another reason to give breastfeeding a try: the benefits of breastfeeding for mom offer mothers some protection from serious health conditions. 1. Breastfeeding can reduce cancer risk Breastfeeding seems to protect against several cancer types, including … Read More
