Omega-3

In the new book "YOU: The Owner’s Manual" by Dr. Michael F. Roizen and Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, I happened upon the following factiod:Essential fatty acids — like omega-3 fatty acids found in fish — can help prevent postpartum depression. When the...

Upcoming TV Dates

This just in from Helena Bradford with specific dates on the upcoming television coverage around PPD: * Oprah’s interview with Brooke Shields will be May 4th * The Today Show will have a 3-part series — May 5, 6, 9 I’m not quite sure yet who among...

Brooke Shield's Story Coming May 3

Brooke Shields’ book "Down Came the Rain", about her experience with postpartum depression, will be released on May 3. Amazon.com describes it this way:In this compelling memoir, Brooke Shields talks candidly about her experience with postpartum...

Maybe I Should Have Eaten More Spinach

I thought you’d be interested in this article from CNN.com about a study released today on the subject of iron-deficiency and postpartum depression: "Low Iron May Impact Mom-Baby Bonding" This is interesting news, although as I recall I took my...

Symbol of Hope

There have been many discussions about a symbol or unique item that could serve to support the cause of women who suffer postpartum mood disorders. It looks as though several organizations have settled on the design created for the Ruth Rhoden Craven Foundation...