Postpartum Depression and Anxiety – Maternal Mental Health

Adjusting to motherhood is tough. While some mothers experience episodes of depression trying to conceive and during pregnancy, most mothers experience mood disorders after the baby is born – postpartum. These disorders are different from the “Baby Blues”. Women who struggle after childbirth may experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders – which include depression and anxiety. When do you seek help?

MomLifeTV joins Marissa Sherov, a Holistic Psychotherapist, Maternal Mental Health Specialist, Mindfulness Teacher and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach from the Nesting Place in Long Island, NY. We discuss Maternal Mental Health and how new moms can navigate challenges in their new roles, find balance, decrease their anxiety, improve their mood, feel connected with their baby, and so much more.

A Holistic Approach To Help Moms

Why is it important to prioritize the mental health of moms? What are some of the biggest struggles facing moms today? Not everyone is ready to be a parent. Adjusting to motherhood is tough. It’s a major change in identity and it can be challenging. How can a new mom know if what she is feeling is “normal” versus needing professional help? How can you maintain healthy boundaries with visits from family and friends? Learn how to find your voice to advocate for yourself and your kids.

About Marissa Sherov: Marissa is the Mental Health Director at The Nesting Place. She is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) by Postpartum Support International. She has been trained and mentored by Karen Kleiman, MSW, LCSW, The Director of the Postpartum Stress Center in Philadelphia and received post-graduate certificate training in the Assessment, Treatment, and Advanced Clinical Practice of PMADs. Find out more about Marissa: marissasherov.com

The Nesting Place: A wellness center created for moms by moms. Based in Long Island, NY, The Nesting Place is a supportive non-judgmental environment for moms to gather, share, and grow alongside one another and professionals who support them. They offer 1:1 counseling, exercise and yoga classes including prenatal & postnatal, childbirth & baby preparation classes, support groups, mom, parenting & wellness workshops, and more. Join their Fourth Trimester Support Circle from the comfort of your own home– a six week group for moms and their babies 0-5 months. Find out more: thenestingplaceli.com