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By Samantha Reaves, Communications Specialist, Postpartum Support International Trigger warning: pregnancy and infant loss, traumatic birth, stillbirth  After experiencing the unimaginable loss of their baby girl, Cicely Grace Dortenzo, in 2003, Katy and Josh Dortenzo were left grieving. To honor Cicely, they started Sweet Grace Ministries in 2011, a nonprofit organization offering support and resources

By Angy Esteves Breastfeeding is a natural and rewarding experience, providing both nutritional and emotional benefits for the mother and the baby. However, it can become a significant challenge when the mother faces stressful and anxious situations. The success of breastfeeding can not be considered in isolation without considering the context in which it develops,

A Chat with Author Dr. Rachel Louise Moran By Samantha Reaves, Communications Specialist, Postpartum Support International Blue: A History of Postpartum Depression in America is a story of postpartum mental illness in the 20th and 21st centuries and the individuals who have advocated for change. Tell us about Blue. In Blue, I wanted to explore

Pregnant and postpartum parents can be at increased risk of experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression after natural disasters and extreme weather events. PSI wants Hurricane Helene Victims to know, you are not alone. Our mental health resources are available to support you at any time. You do not have to face this time

Below you will find a list of those people who have received their PMH-C’s in August 2024.   The state listed is accurate as of 10/1/2024 Canada Alberta – Alicia Friars Nova Scotia- Tamara Strong, BScN RN, PNC(C), IBCLC Ontario – Melanie Gendron Ontario – Natasha Milica Longmire United States AK Jasmine Porter, LPC AK Stephanie

Danielle’s Story At PSI, we understand that storytelling has the power to save lives, and we are honored to provide a space for survivors to share their stories. This article is part of a subsection of the PSI blog dedicated to survivor stories. Please note that this story has not been edited, and caution is

At PSI, we understand that storytelling has the power to save lives, and we are honored to provide a space for survivors to share their stories. This article is part of a subsection of the PSI blog dedicated to survivor stories. Please note that this story has not been edited, and caution is advised as

By Tammy Jones, RN, DNP   Most pregnancies follow an uncomplicated path and both mother and baby are healthy and happy. However, statistics indicate that up to 22% of all pregnancies in the United States can be classified as “high-risk” (Mirzakhani et al., 2020). When a mother experiences a high-risk pregnancy, sometimes their mental health