Many mothers would agree that the process of childbirth is not an easy experience. The body goes through physical, psychological and emotional changes. One of the most common problems that women face ...

When I had my first baby, I learned firsthand how sleep deprivation can impact a new mom’s mental health ...

Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period.

How brain changes, hormonal shifts, genetics, and environmental factors contribute to postpartum depression and influence ...

Postpartum depression can start within a year after delivery and last over 2 weeks. Symptoms may include hopelessness, guilt, sleep or appetite changes, and trouble connecting with your baby. Hormone ...

People feel called to exercise for many reasons — whether it be weight loss, heart health, or recreation. But for one woman ...

Postpartum depression is a deep sadness that occurs after your baby’s birth and interferes with your daily life. It is the most common pregnancy complication that can affect both women and men in the ...

Rep. Frances Holk-Jones, R-Foley, laughing on the floor of the Alabama House of Representatives at the Alabama State House in Montgomery, Alabama. The chamber unanimously passed Holk-Jones' ...

Many parents feel elation and joy when bringing a new baby home from the hospital. The car seat has been installed, the new outfits and extra diapers purchased, the nursery has been decorated. While ...

Discover more about the pathways leading to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes in women who experience interpersonal ...

Share on Pinterest A first-of-its-kind, fast-acting oral tablet for short-term treatment of postpartum depression will become available with a prescription. Christelle Leuvennink/Getty Images For the ...

Becoming a mother is supposed to be the most natural and joyful experience in the world, at least that’s what every culture seems to tell new mothers. But what happens when your reality doesn’t match ...