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Postpartum Depression
Are you a woman finding being a mother isn't quite what you thought it would be?
Do you feel overwhelmed and alone?
The most common illness following the birth of a child is postpartum depression.
Postpartum depression can happen anytime within the first year after childbirth. Symptoms may include sadness, lack of energy, trouble concentrating, anxiety, and feelings of guilt, shame and worthlessness.
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If you think you could have postpartum depression you need to know that you are not alone and you don't have to continue to feel this way. Call me today at 617-694-7015 or e-mail at info@denisefitzpatrick.com, so you can begin to feel like yourself again.
FACTS:
♦50-80% of new mothers will experience the "baby blues", resolves itself within 2 weeks
♦10% of women will experience depression during pregnancy
♦10-20% will experience postpartum depression
♦30% of women with a history of depression will develop postpartum depression
If you or someone you know might be suffering from postpartum depression it is important that you seek help now. Your baby will do only as well as you are doing.
Call me today at 617-694-7015 or e-mail at info@denisefitzpatrick.com.
Together we can come up with a plan to get you feeling better again.
I too suffered from postpartum depression with the birth of my first son in 2002 and recovered fully with the help of counseling and medication. I have also had family members and close friends who have experienced depression during pregnancy as well as postpartum depression and have made full recoveries.
The symptoms you are experiencing are part of a real illness that is treatable. You will get better. You don't have to suffer any longer. Don't be afraid to acknowledge your feelings.
I offer:
Screening for postpartum depression and other mental health issues related to pregnancy and childbirth.
Preparation and monitoring during pregnancy and the postpartum period for women at risk of developing postpartum depression.
Information and support for fathers.
Referral for medication evaluation and follow up if that is the right treatment for you.
Unconditional Support.
Things you can do now to take care of yourself:
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Sleep when your baby sleeps, if you can
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Give yourself permission to have negative feelings
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Do not blame yourself
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Let others help you
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Set limits with visitors
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Eat well
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Avoid caffeine and alcohol
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Remind yourself that you will not always feel this way
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If self-help measures are not enough and you continue to experience symptoms for more than 2 weeks, consider seeking professional support.
Please call 617-694-7015 or email:info@denisefitzpatrick.com today to learn how support and counseling can help you recover and feel like yourself again.
Additional Resources for Postpartum Depression:
Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Stress Center
Postpartum Progress Blog
I am committed to providing women and their families with compassionate and caring support that is intended to "ease these transitions". I invite you to contact me.
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