Perinatal Loss: Part 1

MSW Interns Alice Nafekh from Stillpoint Counseling and Rhiannon Novelli from LMV Counseling discuss a topic that isn’t often discussed- perinatal loss. The series will bring light to the topic. This video reviews statistics on perinatal loss, who is at a greater risk, and healthcare disparities. If you’re struggling with perinatal loss, Postpartum Support International […]

Depression in Women: 5 Things You Should Know

Being sad is a normal reaction to difficult times in life. But usually, the sadness goes away with a little time. Depression is different—it is a medical condition that may cause severe symptoms that can affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities like sleeping, eating, or working. Depression is more common among women […]

A Letter to Mamas of NAS Babies

You found out that you were pregnant during one of the worst times in your life.  Perhaps, it was terrible timing.  You never wanted to be on opiates and be pregnant.  You’re terrified of the outcome, the withdrawal, the pregnancy, the judgement.  Yet you have a little bunch of cells growing within you and you […]