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The Intersection of Breastfeeding and Mental Health
Like most decisions we make about our health and well-being, there are both risks and benefits to breastfeeding. There tends to be a polarizing perception that an infant is either breastfed or bottle fed, and not necessarily a combination of both methods of feeding. It may be helpful to keep in mind that it doesn’t necessarily have to be breast or bottle, but can be a combination of both depending on what best suits the family.
Coping with Infertility During the Holidays
Managing infertility is challenging, but during the holiday season it can feel as though the challenges are on another level. Whether it’s increased time with loved ones who are well-intentioned but can feel interrogative about your conception journey, or the focus on children (and the constant sharing of that on social media) during the holiday season. Regardless of what the stressor is, the holiday season can be especially painful for those who are childless and trying to conceive.
Is EMDR safe during Pregnancy?
This is a common question asked by both therapists and patients alike. Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that EMDR is contraindicated during any stage of pregnancy. In fact, untreated mental health conditions appear to be more detrimental to both mother and fetus or infant that far outweigh and negative effects of treatment. While some treatments have adverse side effects that can negatively impact the developing fetus, there’s no evidence that leads experts to believe that this is true for EMDR therapy.