Fox 5 TV Appearance: Preventing Postpartum Depression
Watch Abby talk on the morning news with Fox 5 morning anchor, Shally Zomorodi.
It was my privilege to talk a little about postpartum depression in moms and dads and […]
May Campaign: Depression and Anxiety are the #1 Complication of Pregnancy and Postpartum
Did you know that depression and anxiety are the number one complication of pregnancy and postpartum? One in seven women suffer from either postpartum […]
Older First Time Moms at Increased Risk of Depression
A recent study showed an increased risk of postpartum depression in women of advanced maternal age. Specifically, first time moms between the ages of […]
Culture and Language in Therapy with New and Expecting Parents
Recently I attended a lecture sponsored by the Postpartum Health Alliance on “Cultural Considerations when Working with Expecting and New Parents.” The lecturer happened […]
Some GRAPES a Day Keep the Psychiatrist Away: A Self-Care Checklist
Everyone knows that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. The vitamins and fiber are great for our physical health. But what about our mental health? Is […]
Is Suicide Preventable? Is it 100% Preventable??
Suicide has been in the news a lot this week with the sad passing of Robin Williams. People from all walks of life have been surprised to learn […]
Postpartum Anxiety is More Common Than Postpartum Depression, But Rarely Screened
Most people have heard of postpartum depression. With good reason. It affects 1 in 7 new mothers. But […]
Helping Parents Overcome the Trauma of the NICU Experience
Thanks to my association with the Postpartum Health Alliance, I recently attended a lecture by Dr. Krishelle Marc-Aurele, of UC San Diego/Rady Children’s Neonatology Division, on “Coping with the NICU […]
Traditional Family Roles Contribute to Maternal Isolation and Depression
I recently read Julie M. Smith’s article on “The Anthropology of Providing and Nurturing.” She challenges the notion of a “traditional family” consisting of […]