There are no randomized controlled trials of SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) in pregnancy because there is no ethics board that will approve randomly assigning treatment or placebo to pregnant people without their knowledge.

Did you know sex workers and victims of intimate partner violence are at very high risk of head injuries and subsequently Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy?

“I may or may not have a problem with indecision,” says the woman with ADHD, a statement that encapsulates the struggles many face when navigating the complexities of daily choices.

Depression in Non-birthing partner increases baby's risk of depression. This is not what I anticipated being at the Postpartum Support International Conference 2025 in New Orleans, LA.

One valuable insight that I have gleaned throughout my practice is this: if a patient is messaging you incessantly between appointments, consider increasing the frequency of your sessions with them.

In today’s society, it is truly baffling to witness the judgment directed toward mothers who breastfeed in public. The scrutiny they face is not just unwarranted; it is downright absurd.

However, it’s crucial to understand that they are certainly not the only options available for the treatment of various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Each individual’s experience with mental health is unique, and as such, treatment plans should be tailored to fit the specific needs of the patient.

New baby smell is just divine! Evoking a sense of warmth and comfort that is hard to replicate. The scent of a newborn, often described as a mix of sweetness and freshness, is not only delightful but also has a profound emotional impact on many people.

Bringing a baby home changes everything. Life becomes a whirlwind of diapers, feeding schedules, and sleepless nights. While many expect...

I had this fantasy that we would immediately have this deep connection, but it didn’t play out exactly that way. I was more just amazed by this little creature that cooed and cried and smelled wonderful, but was he really mine?

In fact, only 2% of animals menstruate as we do. We would be much better served by studies being done on the spiny mouse (which actually does menstruate like us!).

What is Zuranolone? The first and only oral FDA approved medication for postpartum depression. 

ostpartum rage is well described in the general population, but not in research. There are many articles on managing postpartum rage.