"I wanted to share what I consider to be a pretty big 'mom mental health win' for myself. We talked a couple months ago about how when you’re in the early months and things are hard, you don’t have any perspective on motherhood yet to know that most of the tough times are a fairly short stage and I remember saying that I wish I would’ve just relaxed a little more early on when [my baby] was going through a tough stage. Well, right when the time change happened, [my baby] hit the 8 month sleep regression hard and then got sick shortly after that. It was a triple whammy for terrible sleep. I had just been thinking that maybe I actually could handle having another kid... and then was freaking out that I probably can’t handle a second after a couple weeks of very unpredictable sleep. Throughout that time, though, I kept thinking back to our conversation and reminding myself that it’s just a stage. And even before [my baby's] sleep got back on track my mood improved significantly and I just told myself I can handle this! And I have been!"

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How often do people talk about vaginas? Pelvic floor physical therapist Sara Reardon argues that it should be more often, and not simply for shock value. She is on a mission is to change the way we care for women and their vaginas. In this insightful and at times funny talk, Sarah shares stories by women struggling through treatable postpartum health issues, highlights the broader impacts lack of postpartum care can have on society, and reminds us that having open conversations about health promote stronger and happier women - itself a worthy end goal. Sara Reardon wants to revolutionize the way we approach women’s health, with a radical honesty and open discussion of often-taboo topics. The board-certified women's health physical therapist and doctor of physical therapy started her career in pelvic health in Austin and Dallas before returning to her hometown of New Orleans in 2017. Today she is the owner of NOLA Pelvic Health, a private practice providing pelvic health physical therapy. Sara specializes in the treatment of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, including pelvic pain, bowel and bladder dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, and pregnancy and postpartum recovery. She is also the founder of an online resource for pelvic health education that provides telehealth sessions to support, empower and educate women worldwide. Her open and occasionally blunt discussions of rarely discussed women’s health issues have gained her a substantial international following while serving to shine a light on important, and issues of wellness. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

When a baby is born, so is a mother -- but the natural (and sometimes unsteady) process of transition to motherhood is often silenced by shame or misdiagnosed as postpartum depression. In this quick, informative talk, reproductive psychiatrist Alexandra Sacks breaks down the emotional tug-of-war of becoming a new mother -- and shares a term that could help describe it: matrescence. Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and more. Follow TED on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks Like TED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TED Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED

"As many as one in four new dads may experience what's called parental postnatal depression, and the problem can be more than just psychological, Courtenay said"

Psychiatrist Richard Friedman, MD, Director of the Psychopharmacology Clinic and Attending Psychiatrist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital discusses his research; his work as a columnist for the New York Times; and, specifically, the post-partum depression men may experience after their children are born.

We've all heard of Post-Partum Depression, but Post Adoption Depression is just as real and presents with similar symptoms. Learn more with relationship therapist, Amy Hachquet, of Altura Vista Counseling Las Vegas. Bio: Amy is a relationship therapist and the founder of Altura Vista Counseling in Las Vegas, Nevada. In her busy professional practice, she assists individuals, couples and families in the process of seeking clarity, hope and change. Amy offers an informed psychological perspective on relationship dynamics, and also brings a wealth of experience and insight as a "relationship expert" on television and other forms of mass media. She has the rare gift of being able to evaluate and resolve challenging relationship issues on the spot and in a way that is memorable, compelling and entertaining for the audience. Speaking, Hosting, Spokesperson, and Press Inquiries: 702-375-7040 www.amyhachquet.com couplecoach@amyhachquettherapy.com

The 23-time Grand Slam champ opened up about some of the difficult aspects of her life since welcoming her daughter into the world in a new interview.

The birth of a baby is supposed to be a time of wonder, joy and happiness. But for some new moms, that time can be one of sadness and anxiety. Mayo Clinic certified nurse-midwife Julie Lamppa says 80 percent of new moms experience the "baby blues" during the first couple weeks after delivery. The baby blues are normal and temporary. Approximately 15 percent of new mothers suffer from postpartum depression, or PPD, which lasts longer and is more severe. "Postpartum depression can be very difficult because we are trained to think that this is supposed to be a perfect time and sometimes it is not. Women with postpartum depression should not be ashamed and they should not cover it up. They should talk about it." Julie Lamppa says postpartum depression can hit anytime within the first year after giving birth, but prompt treatment can help manage symptoms and help you to enjoy your new child.