Category Archives: New Moms
Inconsistency in mom’s mood is disturbing to infants, says this study
An interesting finding about how infants experience their psychological milieu before and after birth. Catuion: It should not be understood concretely to mean that moms who are depressed should stay that way! This is certainly not the message! The … Continue reading
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Advice for moms who do not want to return to work right away?
Through my google alerts, I was directed to this letter published in the Star on Sat Oct 29 2011. A first-time mom wants to stay home with her 2 month-old daughter, but had made a deal with her husband that … Continue reading
Therapy at home helps new moms cope with depression
More evidence to show that counseling mothers in their homes has a huge impact on lessening symptoms of postpartum depression. Counseling Reduces Postpartum Depression At-Home Therapy Helps New Mothers Cope with Depressive Symptoms by Brenda Lane A significant number of … Continue reading
Advice for New Parents
I am reposting a recent blog by Lisa Belkin of the NY Times parenting blog, Motherlode, entitled Advice for Brand New Parents. Enjoy! September 9, 2009, 12:16 pm Advice for Brand New Parents? By Lisa Belkin Kristina and … Continue reading
5 Things New Moms Need and seldom ask for!
Do you have a new baby, or do you know someone who is about to adopt or give birth to a new baby? It is true that in some non-western cultures supportive rituals are provided to ease the mother into … Continue reading