The perinatal period starts whenever it is that you decide that you want to become a parent. The journey there is deeply unique for every person, and the needs for support and care are so different during this time than any other time in your life.
The hormonal swings and weepiness of the baby blues are only a small piece of the postpartum puzzle. The adjustments that have to be made to bring a child into your life don’t always fit with what you wanted or what you expected. Depression and anxiety can start to creep in and they can be hard to shake without help.
As someone who has experienced both issues with fertility and the adjustment into parenthood, I have firsthand experience with the unique challenges that come with this time. I am certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International, which means that I have engaged in extensive training and preparation to support those in the perinatal and postpartum period. I know how difficult it can be to reach out for help, so it is my policy to respond to all inquiries within one business day.
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