For new parents, it can be upsetting and frightening to have feelings about parenthood that don’t seem “right.” We work with individuals, couples, and families adjusting to parenthood, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, infertility, pregnancy loss and birth trauma. Kaya has extensive education and training in postpartum mood disorders and understand that hormone changes, personal and family history, and social support are all vital factors in understanding and alleviating postpartum symptoms. Some postpartum symptoms may include:
- Feeling overwhelmed and wondering if you should have become a parent in the first place
- Feeling guilty due to high self-expectations
- Not feeling “bonded” with the baby
- Your thoughts are racing and you can’t quiet your mind
- Feeling empty and numb as if you’re just going through the motions
- Lack of focus and concentration
- Being afraid that if you reach out for help, others will judge your inabilities
- Thoughts of running away or leaving your baby behind
- Being constantly in a state of worry
If one or more of the above symptoms resonates with you, schedule a free consultation.