Tag Archives: PMD

Being a new parent can feel overwhelming

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Andrea Scott RN

There is nothing quite as life-changing as becoming a parent. As a childless person you may have imagined what it would be like to become a parent. Maybe you pictured yourself rocking a sweet, sleeping baby; having fun picking out … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Depression & Anxiety After Birth, Depression & Anxiety During Pregnancy, Parenting, Parenting Your Baby, Pregnancy | Tagged adjusting, anxiety, depression, father, Halton Perinatal Mood Disorder Coalition, mother, new parent, perinatal mood disorders, PMD, postpartum, PPD, pregnant, Services | 2 Comments

Babywearing a bundle of benefits

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Carolyn Wilkie, RN

My first baby cried frequently. We spent many of our early days cuddling together on the couch. Actually, who am I kidding…it was more like pacing the halls, rocking in the glider until it squeaked, replacing batteries in the vibrating … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, Keeping Your Baby Safe, Parenting, Parenting Your Baby, Play, Growth & Development for Babies, Pregnancy, Preparing to Breastfeed | Tagged baby carrying, babywearing, crying, parent stress, PMD | 9 Comments

Through the lens of depression: my marriage, pregnancy, and a high-needs baby

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Halton Guest Blogger

I was really excited for the birth of our second child. We had always planned on having more than one, and I was really looking forward to my two and a half year old becoming a big brother. My pregnancy … Continue reading →