Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)

You are a good mother.

Parenthood is a significant life transition, and sometimes that transition isn’t so smooth. PMADs affect many pregnant and postpartum women (and their partners, too), yet mothers are often left suffering in silence. PMADs are treatable, and it’s not too late to seek treatment. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, let’s chat. I can support your recovery and help you to feel more like yourself again.

Common symptoms:

• Anxious, depressed, or irritable mood

• Difficulty bonding with baby

• Unwanted thoughts of harming baby or self

• Feelings of regret, shame, and/or guilt

• Social isolation from loved ones

• Frequent crying spells

• Significant changes in sleep and/or appetite

Though rare, some postpartum women will hear voices or see things that others cannot hear or see. This is postpartum psychosis, which is a medical emergency. If you are having these symptoms, call 9-1-1 for immediate help.