Becoming a mother is a profound and life-changing experience. It’s filled with moments of joy, wonder, and deep connection. But alongside these highs, many mothers face challenges that can feel overwhelming. In fact, one in seven women will struggle with symptoms of Postpartum Depression (PPD) or Postpartum Anxiety (PPA). These experiences, while common, often feel isolating and misunderstood.

Welcoming a new life into the world is a beautiful and transformative experience. However, for many new mothers, the postpartum period can be overwhelming and challenging, leading to the development of postpartum depression (PPD). PPD affects approximately 15% of women, causing a range of emotional, psychological, and physical symptoms that can interfere with their ability to care for themselves and their newborns.

Maternal mental health is critically important for the wellbeing of both mothers and their children. Here are some reasons why: Affecting child development: Maternal mental health can have a direct impact on child development. When mothers experience depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges, it can interfere with their ability to form positive and responsive relationships with their children, which can lead to negative impacts on the child's development.

The perinatal period of a woman’s life can feel like a roller coaster. A slow start going up the elevated railway with steep inclines and descents coupled with curves and sudden changes in speed and direction.  On the outside looking in the roller coaster looks like a great time like pregnancy. Scrolling through your feed on social media moms are picture perfect, babies are so cute, couples appear engaged and in love with the new addition to the family. But enduring pregnancy can be no walk in the park.