SERVICES — Pregnancy and Postpartum
Pregnancy and postpartum can be the most joyous phase of a woman or couple’s life but it can also be very challenging due to changes occurring on multiple fronts.
Overwhelm may result from:
- Hormonal changes due to pregnancy postpartum
- Changes to the relationship
- Role changes or overload
- Illness
- Moving
- Financial problems
- Social isolation
- Family conflicts
- Sleep deprivation
Anxiety and/or Depression may result for a woman or her partner – this is primarily caused by the hormonal changes of pregnancy and postpartum.
This is NOT YOUR FAULT!
If you experience some or all of the following:
- Sadness, weepiness
- Loss of interest in relationships and activities
- Difficulty sleeping
- Appetite changes
- Feelings of worthlessness
- Hopelessness or thoughts of death
- Irritability is very common
The GOOD NEWS is that help is a phone call away! This is very treatable!
Contact Cathy Berman today for a complimentary consultation to explore how you may work together. 510-798-6570
TIP SHEETS — See Cathy’s Tips to Help Prevent or Decrease Anxiety and Depression During Pregnancy and Postpartum›
See also: Sleep Issues During Pregnancy and Postpartum›
(Free pdf downloads)
Easing the Wild Ride of Pregnancy and Postpartum — first it was me, then us, then family…
Talk therapy, information and increased support – partners, groups, friends, family can help to get you feeling like your old self again.
In rare cases, consultation for medication that is safe and effective may be recommended to give you a buffer.
Cathy has received specialized training from these two organizations:
