Postpartum Mental Health Insights for New Moms

Evidence-based articles and practical guidance for women, mothers, and families navigating mental health and wellness.

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Welcome to Bloom Psychology's blog—your comprehensive resource for navigating the emotional complexities of pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood. Whether you're experiencing postpartum depression, prenatal anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply seeking evidence-based guidance during this transformative time, our articles provide the expert insights and practical strategies you need.

Our content is written by perinatal mental health specialists who understand that the journey to motherhood isn't always what you expected. From recognizing the signs of postpartum depression and anxiety to finding effective treatment options, managing the return to work after baby, and supporting your partner through the transition—we cover the topics that matter most to new and expecting mothers in Austin and beyond.

Each article combines clinical expertise with compassionate understanding, offering you both the science-backed information and the emotional validation you deserve. Whether you're researching therapy options for prenatal depression, learning how to support your partner during postpartum recovery, or seeking strategies to manage anxiety while caring for your newborn, you'll find actionable guidance rooted in the latest research and real-world experience.

What You'll Find Here:

  • Postpartum mental health support and treatment strategies
  • Anxiety and depression management during pregnancy and beyond
  • Partner support resources and relationship guidance
  • Family dynamics and parenting transitions
  • ✓ Practical coping tools for the fourth trimester and beyond

Browse our articles below or filter by category to find exactly what you need. You're not alone in this journey.

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Postpartum Wellness

Weaning and Depression: The Mood Shift No One Warns You About

⏱️12 min read

Feeling depressed, anxious, or emotionally raw after stopping breastfeeding? Weaning can trigger significant mood changes. Learn why it happens and what to do about it.

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Woman stepping through doorway from darkness into light, symbolizing hope after postpartum depression
Postpartum Wellness

Pregnancy After Postpartum Depression: Preparing for Baby #2 (or #3)

⏱️14 min read

Had postpartum depression with your first baby? Learn evidence-based strategies for preventing recurrence, when to seek proactive support, and how to prepare mentally for your next pregnancy.

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Postpartum Wellness

"Touched Out": When Physical Contact Feels Overwhelming as a Mom

⏱️11 min read

Do you cringe when your partner reaches for a hug? Feel like screaming when your toddler climbs on you again? Learn why being "touched out" happens and how to cope.

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Woman juggling work and baby on lap, representing the multitasking challenges of ADHD in motherhood
Postpartum Wellness

Postpartum ADHD: When "Mom Brain" Might Be Something More

⏱️12 min read

Struggling with focus, forgetfulness, and feeling scattered as a new mom? Learn how to tell the difference between normal postpartum cognitive changes and ADHD symptoms that need attention.

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Postpartum Wellness

Secondary Postpartum Depression: When It Hits Harder with Baby #2, #3, or #4

⏱️18 min read

"I was fine with my first baby, so why am I struggling this time?" If postpartum depression caught you off guard with your second, third, or fourth baby, you're not alone—and there are specific reasons why.

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Postpartum Wellness

How to Choose a Postpartum Therapist: 10 Questions to Ask

⏱️10 min read

Expert guide to choosing the right postpartum therapist. Learn the 10 essential questions to ask and red flags to watch for.

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