Some pregnant women find family events, work parties or holidays more difficult than usual because they are often laden with conversations and comments abo...
Pregnancy Depression is Caused by Hormones… Not.
The short video we shared last week identified four factors that put women at higher risk of depression/anxiety during depression. But what kind of role do...
Looking Good Has Never Been So Bad for You
The pressure is on pregnant women from all sides. Netflix. Commercials. Women’s magazines. Other women. And the message is the same: Look great… at all...
The Perils of Perfectionism During Pregnancy – Part 3
In the last post, I shared about the destructiveness of unhealthy perfectionism. I’m a recovering perfectionist, and I understand first-hand the pain of ...
#BellLetsTalk: What Keeps Pregnant Women Quiet
She wanted to tell someone. Anyone. But telling came at a big price. The should have’s. The should do’s. The you should not’s. And she just couldn’...
Holiday Survival Guide for New and Expectant Parents
There’s a quote that is attributed to the American spiritual teacher Ram Dass that goes, “If you think you’re enlightened, go spend a week with y...
“Don’t Worry!” Might Be the Worst Advice
Picture a room filled with 100 pregnant women. Research tells us that as many as 25 of these women will experience high stress, anxiety, or depression whil...
Preventing Postpartum Depression With Date Night
Date Night may be the furthest thing from the minds of a couple who are expecting, especially if this isn’t their first baby, but research shows that a h...