Did you know that there are characteristic facial features associated with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility?

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.

When discussing women's health, particularly during the complex phase of perimenopause, it is important to acknowledge that simply stating a woman's hormones are normal does not provide a comprehensive understanding of her experience.

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.

There are many reasons why a mother may choose not to breastfeed her child, and it is essential to recognize that all of these reasons are valid and deserve respect. For many women, medical conditions can complicate or even pose significant risks when it comes to breastfeeding.

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.

Cleaning is the fun part of OCD for me, the part that stinks is having intrusive thoughts that make you feel like a horrible person.

Psychiatrist: "Do you hoard?" Patient: disheartened stare, followed by a deep sigh, then says "I have a few collections, but..."

here is no data to support that edible marijuana, cannabis or weed are safe to use in pregnancy, yet many women are using it to manage nausea, anxiety, and insomnia during pregnancy.

Yes! The future is here, but remember these tests do NOT tell you what medications will work.

SSRIs do not increase the risk of miscarriage. Depression does increase the risk of miscarriage.

We are playing a lot of catch up on understanding hormones for women. A lot of people become focused on the hormone levels and try to...

Postpartum support international is probably the most comprehensive resource I could offer you!

Virtually every study shows that having a happy and healthy mama outweighs the risk of taking psychiatric medication. There are a few...

Tis the season to add an antipsychotic to your antidepressant.

So if you struggled coming out of lockdown, you are not alone in the slightest. Especially if you have OC traits!

I’d prefer prn meds and not having to take a medication everyday too.

When you’re a new mom, it’s hard! You need a great team behind you. Modern day motherhood is just too isolating to do alone. So if you...

Is this what you look like mid panic attack too? There is treatment. Antidepressants are actually first line. They were really poorly...