Untreated PMADs can lead to adverse outcomes for mother and baby
Untreated PMADs can lead to adverse outcomes for mother and baby
Untreated PMADs can lead to adverse outcomes for mother and baby
1 in 5 new and expecting mothers experience a PMAD
PMADs are the #1 complication associated with childbirth
PMADs are the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S.
Baby Blues 60% and 80% of women/birthing people experience what professionals describe as the “baby blues,” or feelings of exhaustion, irritation, and sadness after having given birth.
Perinatal Anxiety Most new pregnant and/or new mothers/birthing people feel as though they have a thousand things to worry about after having a baby. However, if your feelings of anxiety are interfering with your overall functioning, you may be experiencing…
Perinatal Depression Any woman/birthing person who is pregnant or has given birth within the past 12 months can receive this diagnosis if they experience some of the following symptoms:
Perinatal OCD Many mothers experience perinatal OCD without ever having any previous diagnosis of an anxiety disorder. You may be experiencing perinatal OCD if you encounter any of the following symptoms during the pregnancy or postpartum period:
Perinatal PTSD Many pregnant/postpartum women and birthing people experience perinatal PTSD as a result of previous trauma, including physical or sexual abuse, or due to a traumatic birth. These symptoms can include:
Symptoms include: Obsessions also called intrusive thoughts, which are persistent, repetitive thoughts or mental images regarding the baby. These thoughts are very upsetting.