postpartum

Parenting, PPD, and Social Media

Interestingly enough, social media has been a lifesaver for me as a new mom and during the time of COVID. While I do have friends and family I can always ask questions to, sometimes I feel like I ask too many and don’t want to be a bother. It’s nice to have another resource orContinue reading “Parenting, PPD, and Social Media”

The Therapy Paradox

You know what I realized recently while dealing with my postpartum depression/anxiety? The paradox of having to find a therapist when you need it, but not having the mental strength to find one when you need it. In those first two to three months postpartum, I was a hot mess. Sleep deprived. Exhausted. Feeling inept.Continue reading “The Therapy Paradox”

TLDR – I have postpartum depression and anxiety, and it’s one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to try to overcome. Also, trigger warning, as I discuss intrusive thoughts and things. Although all the statistics were there – 1 in 7 women and 1 in 10 men get postpartum depression or anxiety (PPD/A) –Continue reading “Postpartum”