Tag: stress

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Pregnancy

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Pregnancy

You probably know that stress and depression can affect your pregnancy, but did you know that past traumatic events can, too? Learn more about po ...
Mental health matters for moms

Mental health matters for moms

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health, people from racial and ethnic minority groups ...
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health

Many people experience emotional or mental health problems, like depression or stress. In fact, about 1 in 7 pregnant people experience postpartu ...
Understanding the impact of health disparities on infant mortality

Understanding the impact of health disparities on infant mortality

After months of anticipation, just the thought of losing your baby is heartbreaking. But, sadly, it can happen. Each September, March of Dimes ...
Here is why we need Black Maternal Mental Health Week

Here is why we need Black Maternal Mental Health Week

August 26-31, 2019 marks the first Black Maternal Mental Health Week. It’s a week dedicated to creating awareness about the mental health of black m ...
Stress during pregnancy: Disparities in mental health

Stress during pregnancy: Disparities in mental health

Most of us have experienced stress at some point in our lives. Things like work deadlines and sitting in traffic are part of everyday stress. These ar ...
International Maternal Mental Health Week

International Maternal Mental Health Week

This week, April 29 to May 5, is International Maternal Mental Health Week. It’s a time to raise our voices and help create awareness about moms a ...
National Minority Health Month

National Minority Health Month

April is National Minority Health Month. Each year many organizations come together to help raise awareness about the health status of racial and ...
Can perinatal depression be prevented?

Can perinatal depression be prevented?

Perinatal depression is depression that happens during pregnancy or in the first year after having a baby. It’s the most common complication of pr ...
Taking care of yourself during the holidays

Taking care of yourself during the holidays

Besides the usual stress of pregnancy and getting ready for your baby, the holidays often add more pressure, which can take a toll on your health. Fee ...