Tag: Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) affects 26% of mothers. It increases health risks for both the mom and the child, so it shouldn’t be ignored. Physical exhaustion is a major factor, but PPD is more common if the mother already has sleep issues. Crying and colic will simply worsen exhaustion, stress, and anxiety. Additionally, social support is needed to reduce PPD and control the increase of stress hormones. Without it, stress hormones will shoot up and aggravate PPD.

Today, depression is one of the most prevalent mental disorders and has the capacity to affect our daily functioning. Due to situational circumstances, every...

Motherhood is far from the perfect, effortless, and cool mothers as portrayed in pop culture. Motherhood, as we all know, is a feat accompanied...

Pregnancy is a difficult and emotional phase of a woman’s life. It is a phase when your body goes through several changes. You have a big...

All of us have heard scary stories about postpartum depression and how that has ruined families. However, what you have not heard about is...

Postpartum psychosis is a rare, but a serious disorder that can develop after childbirth. Read more to know the prevention tips and symptoms to watch out for.

Tend to your digestion: Vata makes your digestive fire quite unstable. Start slow, eat root and leafy green vegetables, dairy and meats. Check if your feeling gassy. Get a warm body massage that concentrates on the head and feet. Don't ignore insomnia, anxiety, fatigue or anything abnormal, mentally or physically see a doctor or counselor.