Pregnancy & Birthing

Having a baby is a milestone occasion in many women’s lives. It is a time of profound role transition and development of reordering of priorities. For many women, motherhood brings joy, ... Read More

Postnatal depression is well-known for mothers, but what about fathers? New research shows that both mothers and fathers can become depressed after their child is born. While the rates ... Read More

At first, you think it’s normal. Maybe it’s just lack of sleep, or the monotony of endless feedings, laundry, and chores. It could be the isolation, the lack of time with your partner. ... Read More

During the course of pregnancy, women are often affected by a series of guidelines and pieces of advice administered by their doctors and other health professionals, and combined with societal ... Read More

Unplanned pregnancies can be quite a dilemma, a real crisis to find yourself in. Having fears and concerns about how you’re going to proceed and cope is normal, and it’s common to ponder, ... Read More

Psychological issues that encourage people to seek professional help can affect clients of any age and situation, but women who have recently given birth are often indicated as being at ... Read More

The idea that a stronger bond may be created between a mother and her child if breastfeeding is performed during the first few month’s of a baby’s life has been supported for ... Read More

According to a new research study, couples who lose a premature baby and communicate their personal grief with each other fare better than couples who don’t. The researchers indicate ... Read More

A new study in the Journal Human Reproduction reports that depression is a measurable risk factor for pregnant women and their infants, leading to higher rates of premature birth. “Depression ... Read More