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Postpartum Anxiety Gets More Attention

The latest and greatest stories from the internet, on postpartum anxiety, trauma, antenatal depression and PPD … Postpartum Anxiety Is A Legitimate Thing — Analeed Marcus writes at XO Jane about not knowing there was such a thing as postpartum anxiety, and...

10 Things You Need to Know About Mental Health Care Coverage in 2014

by Katherine Stone | 3 comments

The Affordable Care Act will, and will not, change certain aspects of coverage for mental health care in the United States. As 2014 fast approaches, I wanted to make sure you know what is required, based on the final rule for mental health parity recently released by...

Beyond Medication: Other Treatments and Self-Care

by Cristi Comes | 16 comments

Medication, while important for many, really shouldn’t be the end-all-be-all when it comes to treatment of postpartum mood disorders. I’m not a doctor, of course, but I’ve learned this lesson over and over throughout the journey of my own mental illness. ...

Needing Medication is Not a Weakness

by Cristi Comes | 20 comments

I’ve known many mamas out there who have lived through postpartum depression with treatment that included medication. I’ve also known others who were hesitant to take them, or chose not to for many many reasons. Its such a personal choice and I would never ever judge...