Perinatal Mental Health
Pregnancy + Postpartum
Feel More Calm, Confident, and Present
Pregnancy and postpartum can bring intense emotional shifts, anxiety, and a sense of feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself. You may be adjusting to a new role, managing relationship changes, or carrying constant worry and exhaustion. It can feel like too much to hold alone. It would be an honor to hold space for you during this new season of your life.
But how do I know if what I’m feeling is normal?
Baby Blues vs. PMADS
Welcoming a child can be one of the happiest moments of your life, yet it can also feel overwhelming. Many new parents experience fatigue, sadness, irritability, or worry. Baby Blues is common among new parents in the first 2 WEEKS after having a baby.
Although these emotional changes are common, they can sometimes develop into depression or anxiety. PMADS (perinatal mood and anxiety) is more severe, low mood symptoms, lasting LONGER THAN 2 WEEKS.
Common symptoms of Postpartum Anxiety
Feeling like something bad might happen
Racing thoughts
Physical symptoms could include dizziness, hot flashes, and nausea
Feelings of anger, irritability and/or rage
Nervousness/on edge/anxious, trouble relaxing
Constant worry
Disturbances of sleep and appetite
Common symptoms of Postpartum Depression
Feelings of anger, irritability and/or rage
Lack of interest in the baby
Crying and sadness
Feelings of guilt, shame, or hopelessness
Loss of interest, joy or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
Disturbances of sleep and appetite
Postpartum can affect other family members, including dads and partners too. Studies show that 1 in 10 men may experience depression and/or anxiety during the perinatal period.
Paternal Mental Health
Irritability and anger
Withdrawal from partner and new baby
Feeling jealous over mother and baby’s bond
Worry/nervousness
Overwhelming pressure to provide
Disturbances of sleep and appetite
What this can look like:
I have helped many women and men with:
Prenatal Care
Difficult Pregnancies
Fertility Challenges
Birth Trauma
Postpartum Anxiety + Depression
Motherhood Rage
Identity Issues: Becoming a parent doesn’t just change your life—it changes your sense of self.