Postpartum Anxiety
Support
Postpartum anxiety can create intrusive thoughts, fears, and unwanted sensations leaving you feeling stuck. Feeling this way while also trying to care for a baby can make you wonder if something is really wrong or if you're a bad mom. At Bloom, we create a safe space where you feel seen and heard to help you explore, address, and overcome your anxieties.
Your Journey to Calm
Personalized Assessment
Begin with a comprehensive evaluation of your anxiety symptoms, triggers, and how they're affecting your daily life and relationship with your baby.
Customized Treatment Plan
Receive a tailored approach combining cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and maternal-focused strategies.
Ongoing Support
Experience continued guidance as you implement new skills, with adjustments to address emerging challenges throughout your postpartum journey.
Key Benefits
Reduced Worry
Learn to manage excessive concerns about your baby's health, safety, and development.
Intrusive Thought Management
Develop techniques to cope with and reduce distressing or unwanted thoughts.
Sleep Improvement
Address anxiety-related sleep difficulties even within the constraints of newborn care.
Physical Symptom Relief
Reduce physical manifestations of anxiety like tension, racing heart, and shortness of breath.
Confident Decision-Making
Move past analysis-paralysis to make parenting decisions with greater ease.
Present-Moment Connection
Develop the ability to be fully present with your baby rather than caught in anxiety spirals.
Frequently Asked Questions
We're here to answer your questions about this service.
Is postpartum anxiety different from regular anxiety?
Yes, postpartum anxiety often features specific concerns related to infant care, maternal competence, and the enormous life change of becoming a mother. Treatment is tailored to address these unique aspects while recognizing the physiological and hormonal factors involved.
Are intrusive thoughts normal or do they mean I'm a bad mother?
Intrusive thoughts are extremely common in new mothers and do NOT reflect your character or mothering abilities. These unwanted thoughts are a symptom of anxiety, not an indication of your true desires or future actions. With proper treatment, their frequency and intensity can be significantly reduced.
I fear that I'm a bad mom because I'm not feeling like myself or I'm worried all the time. Is this true?
Absolutely not. These feelings are very common and are symptoms of postpartum anxiety, not a reflection of your mothering abilities. The fact that you're concerned about being a good mom actually demonstrates how much you care. Worry and anxiety can make you feel disconnected from yourself and your baby, but this doesn't mean you're failing as a mother. With support, you can reconnect with your authentic self and enjoy motherhood more fully.
How quickly can I expect relief?
Many mothers experience some immediate relief simply from understanding that their symptoms are common and treatable. More substantial improvement typically begins within 3-4 sessions as you implement initial coping strategies. A full course of treatment usually spans 8-12 sessions.
Can I bring my baby to therapy sessions?
Absolutely. Our office is baby-friendly, and having your baby present can actually be beneficial as we can observe interactions and practice techniques in real time. However, we can also work around nap times or when you have childcare if you prefer focused adult time.
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