Maybe you’ve been with your partner for a few years, and you’ve noticed that the intense feelings which characterized the early “honeymoon phase” of your relationship have faded.
The arrival of a new baby is often described as one of life’s greatest joys. Yet for many mothers, the postpartum period brings unexpected emotional challenges that feel overwhelming and isolating.
Naturally, changes in the forecast can set off anxiety. Many people find heat waves, endless weeks of gray skies, snowstorms, and long periods of rain unpleasant.
Perinatal depression can be emotionally devastating. The symptoms can crop up towards the end of the third trimester.
Mothers can have vastly different experiences giving birth. Many are not fully prepared for everything that will occur once they go into labor, or the lasting impact of the experience.