Tag: Mental Health
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Is Zurzuvae the Right Postpartum Depression Pill for You? 7 Essential Insights for New Moms
Read more Hey there, new moms! If you find yourself navigating the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood, you might be curious about Zurzuvae, a new medication for postpartum depression (PPD). With PPD affecting around 1 in 7 new mothers, there’s a lot of buzz about this pill. Let’s dive into what you should know about it.…
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Childhood Trauma: Why It’s Not Just Something You ‘Get Over’
Get Pregnant Fast According to the National Center for Victims of Crime, 1 in 5 girls will experience molestation during their childhood; I was one of them. It happened during a sleepover when I was just seven years old. We were sleeping on a pull-out couch in the living room, and the older girl encouraged…
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“When the Bough Breaks” Offers an Emotional and Authentic Perspective on Postpartum Depression
Get Pregnant Fast “Society is often terrified of mothers who seem unhinged,” notes Dr. Mark Donovan. A week after the arrival of my second child, I found myself curled up in my closet, overwhelmed by despair. My baby’s cries echoed from the other side of the door, but my own sobs drowned them out. It…
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Eating Disorders and Pregnancy
Read more Eating disorders, particularly anorexia and bulimia, often surface during teenage or young adult years. When these disorders continue into a woman’s reproductive age, they can significantly affect both her health and that of her baby. It’s essential to understand the implications of eating disorders during pregnancy. Anorexia is characterized by extreme dieting or…
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No, She’s Not ‘Crazy’: My Daughter’s Journey with PANDAS
Get Pregnant Fast Three years ago, my family faced a medical enigma that changed our lives forever. I now define time as the period before and after my daughter’s plunge into a whirlwind of distressing symptoms. It all began with a call from her grandmother. My seven-year-old, Emma, was spending the Fourth of July with…
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How My Life Would Transform Without Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) has been a significant part of my life since I was in elementary school, though I didn’t fully comprehend what I was experiencing at the time. I recall constantly worrying about things that seemed trivial to my peers, a persistent weight on my shoulders that I…
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Understanding Life with a Narcissistic Mother: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast When you are raised by a narcissistic mother, feelings of inadequacy often cloud your childhood. You may find yourself striving for an unattainable standard of perfection, unable to pinpoint exactly why. Despite your best efforts to be studious, cheerful, and kind, you constantly feel as though you fall short of her expectations…
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The Unspoken Truths of Parenting: The Rage We Never Anticipated
Get Pregnant Fast When embarking on the journey of parenthood, expectant parents are often warned about postpartum depression, which impacts approximately 15% of new mothers. They discuss the baby blues, with the American Pregnancy Association noting that 70-80% of mothers experience some form of negative emotions or mood fluctuations after childbirth. There’s growing awareness around…
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Survivors Confront Larry Nassar in Court
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful display of resilience, numerous women, alongside their families, faced former USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar in court, confronting him about the sexual abuse he perpetrated when they were young girls. This emotional series of testimonies spanned several days, allowing survivors to share the profound impact his actions have…