Any of these symptoms during and after pregnancy that last longer than two weeks are signs of depression: Feeling restless or irritable Feeling sad, hopeless, and overwhelmed Crying a lot Having no energy or motivation Eating too little or too much Sleeping... Read Article »
What is depression? Depression can be described as feeling sad, blue, unhappy, miserable, or down in the dumps. Most of us feel this way at one time or another for short periods. But true clinical depression is a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness,... Read Article »
If you gain too much weight during pregnancy it can be hard to lose weight after you have your baby. During pregnancy, fat deposits can increase by more than 33 percent. Most women who gain the recommended amount of weight lose the extra weight in the... Read Article »
Often times when a Mother or Mother-to-Be is feeling down and/or depressed they do not talk about their symptoms because they feel embarrassed, ashamed, or guilty about feeling depressed when this is supposed to be a happy time. But, feeling down and... Read Article »
There are two common types of treatment for depression. Talk therapy. This involves talking to a therapist, psychologist, or social worker to learn to change how depression makes you think, feel, and act. Medicine. Your doctor can give you an antidepressant... Read Article »
Depression not only hurts the mother, but also affects her family. Some researchers have found that depression during pregnancy can raise the risk of delivering an underweight baby or a premature infant. Some women with depression have difficulty caring... Read Article »
When is it Better Not to Breastfeed? There are some factors to consider before breastfeeding your baby. We have compiled a list of some reasons breastfeeding may not work for you. In any case, it is of utmost importance that you consult with your health... Read Article »
A growing number of women have chosen to deliver their babies by Cesarean section (c-section) rather than the more traditional vaginal delivery. The reasons generally fall within three categories: they fear the pain of labor, they want to avoid the... Read Article »
Below is an overview of the most common problems during pregnancy that may indicate a Cesarean section (c-section) delivery instead of a vaginal delivery. Prolonged labor may lead to the decision to perform a c-section. If labor has been intense and... Read Article »
Some women who have delivered a baby by c-section (Cesarean section) would like to have their next baby by vaginal delivery. This procedure is called Vaginal Birth After C-Section or VBAC. By choosing VBAC, women are choosing to avoid the risks and long... Read Article »
