POSTPARTUM PROGRESS | postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety help for moms

When Postpartum Anxiety Comes Back

Today, my friend A’Driane Nieves is sharing a bit about postpartum anxiety, which hits home for me because I, too, experienced it. I’m entering the 6 month postpartum mark after having my third child, my first after having PPD and later being diagnosed with...

Create a Coping Box for Self-Soothing

by Jaime Harker | 14 comments

I recently heard the idea of a “coping box” as a way to self-soothe during times of high-intensity emotions. The coping box is a collection of items gathered in one spot, such as a box or basket, that can be used for comfort and self-care during...

Announcing Postpartum Progress’ 6th Annual Mother’s Day Rally

by Robin Farr | 1 comment

On Sunday, May 11th, we’ll be celebrating our 6th annual Mother’s Day Rally for Moms’ Mental Health here at Postpartum Progress. That day we’ll feature 24 letters to new moms, one posted each hour on the hour, from great writers who’ve been there. They know how it...

Going Back to Work with PPD

by Jaime Harker | 3 comments

Jackson was three months old when I returned to work. At the time of his birth, my husband had recently been partially laid off, working only two days per week, so staying home with my son, or even extending my maternity leave, was not an option. Instead of basking in...