Scared of Your Mind? How to Stop Scary Postpartum Thoughts If youâve had a scary thought since having your baby and it made your stomach drop, please hear this first: youâre not alone, and youâre not a bad mom. Scary postpartum thoughts are more...
Processing a Difficult Birth: A Guide to Birth Trauma Therapy Why a difficult birth can stay with you (even if everyone says you âshould be fineâ) If you came home with a healthy baby and still donât feel okay, thereâs nothing wrong with you. This...
Postpartum Panic Attacks: How to Recognize Them and Find Calm Postpartum panic attacks: what they feel like (and why they can be so scary) If youâve had a sudden wave of terror hit you after having a baby, youâre not alone. A lot of new parents...
Postpartum Rage Symptoms: Understanding Anger After Birth If youâve felt a kind of anger after having a baby that honestly scared you a little, youâre not alone. Not the âIâm annoyedâ kind of anger. Iâm talking about rage that comes on fast, feels...
Postpartum Burnout: How to Heal When You're Running on Empty Understanding Postpartum Burnout You know that feeling when you're so tired that even your bones ache? When you look at your baby and feel... nothing? That's not just regular new-mom...
Postpartum Depression Treatment: Signs You Need Professional Help Now Understanding Postpartum Depression Becoming a mother changes everythingâyour body, your routine, your heart. It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed, tearful, or anxious in...
Introduction Becoming a parent is often described as a whirlwind of emotions. Amid the joy and excitement, some new parents may experience something unexpected: postpartum rage. This intense anger can feel like an emotional rollercoaster after...
Introduction The state of Massachusetts recently took a significant step forward in maternal health by passing a comprehensive bill aimed at improving care for pregnant and postpartum individuals. This legislation, championed by Governor Maura...
As a mental health practice specializing in women's wellness, LightWork Therapy & Recovery actively seeks opportunities to stay informed about the latest developments in the field. In line with this commitment, our team recently attended the...
Giving birth is a momentous and transformative experience. However, for some women, the joy of welcoming a newborn can be overshadowed by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and overwhelm. Postpartum depression is a common but serious mood disorder that...
