Samantha’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

Although Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs) affect an estimated 800,000new parents each year, the topic of mental health can be a mystery to many. PSIwants to change the story by sharing YOUR story and breaking the silence aboutPMH Disorders. “The stress and mental health challenges faced by parents — just like loneliness,workplace well-being and the

By Emmie Mai, LPC, PMH-C You may have seen it on social media, heard about it from a friend, or read about it in Prince Harry’s latest book. Though it has been around since the 1980s, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy suddenly seems to be a part of pop culture. EMDR can be

By Hajara Kutty Like many in the perinatal mental health community, I was grateful to see The New York Times and The New Yorker dedicating their prized real estate to the topic of postpartum psychosis (PPP) earlier this month. It was refreshing for once to see media giants humanize a condition that for too long

Por: Angy Estévez La lactancia materna en situaciones difíciles: cómo manejar el estrés y la ansiedad es un tema crucial, ya que la lactancia es una experiencia natural y fructuosa que proporciona beneficios tanto nutricionales como emocionales para la madre y el bebé. Sin embargo, puede convertirse en un gran desafío cuando la madre enfrenta

By Nicole McNelis, M.Ed., NCC, LPC, PMH-C Pregnancy After Loss can be an experience filled with so many different emotions and emotional highs and lows. One moment can be filled with joy, while the next might be gripped with fear. It’s important to remember that all of these feelings are understandable. Showing compassion, kindness, and

Becky’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

By Ellen Chance, Ph.D., PMH-C Picture this: a new mother holding her baby, overflowing with love and a profound sense of protection, but her mind is battling an invisible enemy. On the surface, everything looks perfect, but behind her smile lurk intrusive thoughts, spiraling out of control. It’s a constant push and pull—one moment she’s

By Taryn Hancock, MSW, LSW One of the most transformative times in a human’s life is becoming a parent. The time of conception to the birthing experience to the lesser-known “fourth trimester” can bring an array of emotions. Whether you are a birthing parent, a partner, a loved one, or a provider, recognizing how to

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