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Many new moms fact postpartum depression after having a baby
Postpartum Depression and Support for New Moms Depression

Postpartum Depression and Support for New Moms

Postpartum depression is a common problem that many new moms face after having a baby. It can make them feel sad and tired. Postpartum depression is not something to be ashamed of or feel guilty about. It is a real medical condition that can be treated. With the right support and care, moms can feel better and enjoy being a mom.   Becoming a mom means stepping into a new role. New moms go from "me to we". There are many challenges that new moms face as they step into this new role. It's really hard. In fact, 50-75% of new…
Learn to Live Team
June 30, 2023
When Pregnancy Loss Leads to Grieving the Role of Motherhood
Pregnancy Loss: Grieving the Role of Motherhood Depression

Pregnancy Loss: Grieving the Role of Motherhood

Questions like "Do you have children?" or "How many children do you have" seem harmless but hit us like a two-by-four when we are sitting with loss. May is Maternal Health Awareness, but pregnancy loss does not have a time limit. The care and healing can take days, weeks, months, and even years. By the end of this article, the hope is that you will have tools to help in such a fragile time.   If you have lost a baby, please know you are not alone. I understand the pain because even though I am a mom, I've also gone…
Coping with loss
Coping with Loss and Change Depression

Coping with Loss and Change

Almost all of us have suffered from some form of loss in the past-the death of loved ones, the loss of a job, or the realization that a dream would not be fulfilled. We experience these losses differently, but there is a way to process the loss that can lead to growth. Psychologist William Worden developed a model of grief that recognizes that we all grieve in our own way and yet identifies certain common tasks that allow any of us to grieve well. We have slightly modified it here, but retained the idea that these tasks do not have…
Learn to Live Team
June 16, 2023
Be Active to Better Your Mental Health
Be Active to Better Your Mental Health DepressionMental Health

Be Active to Better Your Mental Health

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy model that is known for getting people to change their thoughts in order to affect their feelings, freeing them up to reengage in the activities they used to enjoy. Research shows that the reverse is also true. Reengaging in these life activities can also positively impact our emotions. This means that changing our thoughts is important over the long term, but there are other things we can do to see immediate results.
Dr. Russ Morfitt
September 27, 2021
Social Anxiety, Stress & Depression during the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year” DepressionSeasonal Mental HealthStress & Anxiety

Social Anxiety, Stress & Depression during the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year”

It's officially here, the proverbial "most wonderful time of the year." But for some, especially those living with social anxiety, this time of year may be anything but wonderful. Work parties, family gatherings, holiday travel, it can all get stressful in a hurry for a social anxiety sufferer
Dr. Russ Morfitt
December 17, 2014