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A Look At Infertility And Mental Health

Carly Snyder, M.D. addresses infertility facts and myths, and offers helpful tips and resources. The interplay between infertility and mood symptoms is reviewed and explored, with a focus on how to improve how you feel and your chances of successful conception.

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Do Antidepressants Increase The Risk of Miscarriage?

Many women with depression express concern that the use of antidepressants in pregnancy will increase the risk of miscarriage. A new study finds no increased risk of miscarriage for women on antidepressants as compared to women with untreated depression.

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What Are The Baby Blues And Postpartum Depression?

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Dr. Carly Snyder explains the differences between the baby blues and postpartum depression, and what you can do to begin feeling better.

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An Introduction To Maternal Mental Wellness

Dr. Carly Snyder provides an overview of maternal mental wellness, and how your mental state can change before, during, and after pregnancy.

The Benefits Of Folate

Dr. Carly Snyder explains the health benefits and bodily roles of active folate, and how it differs from folic acid.

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New York Times’ Biased Reporting on Antidepressants and Pregnancy Hurts Moms

Dr. Carly Snyder and Postpartum Support International address the inaccuracies on antidepressants and pregnancy in Roni Caryn Rabin’s New York Times piece.

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What Is A Doula, And Should I Have One?

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The word doula is derived from ancient Greek, meaning ‘a woman who serves.’ This definition broadly explains the role of a doula, but does not do justice to the often-invaluable role these well-trained birth professionals have for women in the labor room.

Sleep Tips for New Moms

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Having a new baby means saying goodbye to sleep, right? Not necessarily. Sleep is as essential as water to sustain life, and this doesn’t change postpartum. In fact, during the healing time after delivery, sleep is even more important. Not only can sleep be restorative, but failure to sleep enough increases the chance of postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.

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A Glossary of Terms

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Every field has its own lingo and frequently used terms, and medicine is no different. Often words can have multiple meanings, and various definitions. It can be helpful to have a consistent definition when reading my website and blog, so as to minimize uncertainty and to allow you to read with assurance everyone is on the same page.