Postpartum
Navigating the postpartum period can feel overwhelming physically, emotionally, and mentally. Whether you’re experiencing baby blues, struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety, or simply adjusting to your new identity as a parent, you’re not alone. Our therapy services provide a safe, non-judgmental space to process the intense changes that come after childbirth. Together, we’ll explore tools to help you reconnect with yourself, build emotional resilience, and move forward with confidence in your parenting journey.
What Is Postpartum?
The postpartum period begins right after childbirth and is a time of rapid physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. While welcoming a baby is often seen as one of life’s happiest milestones, many new mothers are surprised to find that they don’t immediately feel joyful, connected, or confident. Adjusting to new responsibilities, lack of sleep, and shifts in identity can feel overwhelming.
It’s also common to experience postpartum symptoms such as:
- mood swings or increased tearfulness
- anxiety or persistent worry
- feelings of sadness or disconnection
- difficulty bonding with the baby
- irritability or overwhelm
- changes in appetite or sleep
- intrusive thoughts or fears
These experiences are far more common than many people realize, and they do not reflect your abilities as a parent. With the right support, postpartum challenges can be understood, managed, and gently worked through.
Postpartum Support
Having a baby is a joyful, life-changing experience, but it’s normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected sometimes. Rapid physical and emotional changes can be challenging.
Seek help if:
- Symptoms last more than two weeks
- Daily life feels unmanageable
- You have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby
- You feel anxious, panicked, or scared most of the day
- Immediate help: Call 911 if you feel you or someone else is in danger.
Other ways to cope:
- Talk to your doctor or OB-GYN—they can screen for postpartum depression and anxiety.
- Connect with a psychotherapist for guidance and coping strategies.
- Share your feelings with trusted family or friends.
- Practice self-care: rest, eat well, and accept help.
- Join support groups for new parents.