Maternal Health

Postpartum depression affects a mother's health in so many ways.  It's not simply a phase that a lot of new mothers go through. It’s a Read more
Globally, more than 264 million individuals suffer from depression, with about 5% of the UAE population being affected. If you or a loved one is Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a struggle for us all, keeping us isolated and cooped up in our homes for months on end. Part of Read more
I have been a crazy plant lady for many years now, but it runs in my family.  Both my mother and grandmother have homes filled Read more
The bleak sky, the harsh cold, the barren trees—it’s easy to see why so many people experience seasonal depression during the winter after the jovial Read more
Bladder control, sexual dysfunction, pelvic and lower back pain are common symptoms of pelvic health issues.  But pelvic health shouldn't be something we think of Read more
Being the parent of any child, while exhilarating, can also be very difficult. But when you’re the parent of an autistic child (autism spectrum disorder Read more
Winter can be an unforgiving time of year. The temperatures are frigid, the roads are harsh, and there are mountains of snow. At one point, Read more
The term "mental health" unfortunately has a stigma associated with it, and is scary to most people. Mental illnesses are very common today. Many people Read more
A good mental health is a basic need the same way clothing, food and shelter are. It is the food for your whole being that Read more
If you're unemployed during the coronavirus pandemic, making a career switch can increase your job opportunities. During the coronavirus outbreak, companies have started to hire Read more
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a psychological condition wherein new mothers experience negative feelings after giving birth, as opposed to the happiness and excitement that one Read more
Aromatherapy and essential oils offer a ton of mental health benefits. In this time of social distancing and quarantining, many people are feeling the negative Read more
You've heard of birth plans, but making a postpartum plan can be equally if not more important. A postpartum plan is a way to help Read more
There seems to be a common connection between postpartum anxiety and substance abuse. Many mothers suffering from postpartum anxiety are prone to addiction and substance Read more
Online therapy can be a great tool for busy moms. For the past few months, I've been dealing with depression, despite being on anti-depressants.  I Read more
Does postpartum depression put you at a higher risk for contracting coronavirus? The new coronavirus, COVID-19, is officially a global pandemic and causing all kinds Read more
Endometriosis is a condition that affects 1 in 10 women with a uterus, and even some without one. Despite how common it is, it often Read more
Talking about postpartum depression is never easy, even when it's to the one we love the most. Many women struggle with explaining postpartum depression to Read more
Postpartum anxiety is a common mood disorder that affects up to 15% of new mothers. Postpartum anxiety is just as common, if not more so, Read more
A cluttered home has become one of the staples of motherhood. It's quite difficult to keep up with the messes that come along with raising Read more
Moms have to deal with all kinds of advice when it comes to being a parent. Many mothers with postpartum depression are told to "fake Read more
We spend months preparing for the holidays, and then they're over in a day or two, leaving us feeling sad and empty. The post holiday Read more
Mobile ultrasounds are a great way to beat a case of anxiety for expectant mothers. Many women choose to get non-diagnostic ultrasounds during their pregnancy, Read more
Daylight savings time can be a mother's worst nightmare. Daylight savings time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday Read more
There are several reasons why the holidays aren't as enjoyable when you have postpartum depression. In order to get through the holidays with postpartum depression, Read more
Do you consider yourself to be fragile? I recently collaborated with Katya and Cait, the founders of The Fragile Club.  One thing we have in common Read more
Ever wonder how I came to write about postpartum depression and act as an advocate for maternal mental health? For the past couple of years, Read more
It's not easy to love a woman with postpartum depression. We know that it's tough on the husbands of women with postpartum depression.  The same Read more
Ever considered using a doula to help you through labor and delivery? There are so many benefits of doulas, and it's not just for moral Read more