Category Archives: PPD Screening

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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Screening Test for Postpartum Depression

The Edinburgh Scale is widely used to screen mothers for postpartum depression. Are you thinking you might have postpartum depression (PPD)? Take this simple test and use the scoring system indicated below. You should complete the test yourself. You are … Continue reading

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