Dads are susceptible to postpartum depression just as mothers are, new research from the University of Illinois Chicago has found. “A lot of dads are stressed. They’re scared. They’re struggling with balancing work and parental and partner responsibilities,” lead author Dr. Sam Wainwright said. “A woman at risk for postpartum depression is much more likely to get postpartum depression if … Read more
DEAR ABBY: When my grandchild was born five years ago, my daughter suffered from severe postpartum depression and had to be hospitalized. Her father, who is not in good health, and I lived seven hours away and traveled as often as we could to help out. At one point my son-in-law called and told me … Read more
Ever since the traumatic birth of her first child via emergency C-section, Lydia has been determined to help other women better prepare for the “unexpected” challenges of becoming a mom. “She was taken away from me,” the Australian mom tells Kidspot of the arrival of daughter, Lilly, 15. “I was put on the recovery ward and was without her … Read more
About one in every eight women experiences symptoms of postpartum depression, also known as perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), per CDC data — and with a national shortage of mental health providers, many may find it difficult to get care. Researchers at the University of Texas are looking to bridge that gap by using artificial … Read more
A first-of-its-kind pill for postpartum depression had promising results in recent trials, and could be approved as soon as next week. A new study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry showed the pill led to positive effects on depression systems and was “generally well tolerated.” “Postpartum depression is underrecognized, undertreated and disruptive for those … Read more
A new mom birthed a hard truth — she regrets ever having a kid. Posting on the forum Mumsnet earlier this month, the anonymous mom captured the feeling of many new parents, detailing her growing exhaustion with parental life —something no amount of love she has for her child has been able to quell. “I … Read more