Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Psychosis

1 in 5 women suffer from postpartum depression*

What we are told it will be like:

“Being a mother is instinctual”

“Good mothers don’t need breaks”

“Breastfeeding will come naturally”

“You’ll instantly fall in love when you see her”

“The best way to deliver is natural and unmedicated”

What it really can be like:

“My baby deserves better than me”

“I’m so tired. but I can’t sleep”

“I have to watch her sleep or she will die”

“I can’t let anyone else hold her”

“I can’t walk by the stairs or I’ll accidentally drop her down the stairs”

“I feel so alone”

“I have to wash the bottles 4 times or else she’ll get sick”

“I’m hearing voices coming from outside my window. They’re talking about my baby”

Many people think this time in their life will be the greatest thing they have ever experienced. But what do we do when it’s not? What do we do when we are so tired we cant hold our head up? What do we do when we’re constantly in fear of doing something wrong? What do we do when we have horrible thoughts that scare us? What do we do if we’re angry? Or if we can’t stop crying? Or if we start having second thoughts about being a mom? Then start feeling guilty for having those thoughts?

Finding Peace Counseling offers perinatal support for all the overwhelming feelings that come along with being a mother. Sheyenne is trained in Perinatal Mood Disorders from Postpartum Support International. Sheyenne is passionate about supporting women during this incredible time.

“You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you will be well.” - Postpartum Support International

*Information gathered from Postpartum Support International