Preparing for Parenthood

Pregnancy

The Decision to Have a Baby or Two

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on May 15, 2024

Are you struggling to decide whether to have a baby? Create thoughtful and intentional decision-making and discussion.

Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Rage

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on April 21, 2024

What new parents need to know about this common and often-overlooked symptom of postpartum mental health.

Pregnancy

What to Do When You Can’t Sleep When the Baby Sleeps

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on April 5, 2024

Exploring mental health during pregnancy and postpartum.

Pregnancy

Invisible Loss: Developing a Name for Pregnancy Loss Parents

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on March 12, 2024

Why is there no term for pregnancy loss parents? Find out what a recent panel of experts developed.

Adverse Childhood Experiences

The Importance of Positive Adult-Child Relationships

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on March 6, 2024

What research tells us about caring adult-child relationships and the prevention of mental health disorders, even with early exposure to childhood trauma.

Postpartum Depression

Supporting Your Postpartum Partner

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on February 19, 2024

What to expect when you’re expecting together. Approaches to supporting the overall well-being of your postpartum partner.

Relationships

5 Steps to Taking an Intentional Timeout

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on January 21, 2024

Does conflict in your relationship become explosive or end with someone shutting down? Follow these five steps for taking an intentional timeout.

Pregnancy

Perinatal Mental Health: 2023 Year in Review

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on December 18, 2023

A look back on 2023's breakthrough research and the most important stories related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum health that you need to know.

Anxiety

Are the Benefits of Babytech Products Worth the Added Price?

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on December 4, 2023

How is the birth of a new babytech market impacting parental mental health? Understand the costs and benefits of smart infant products.

Online Therapy

4 Tips for Success in Couples Teletherapy

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on November 27, 2023

Before starting teletherapy with your partner, read these 4 tips for creating virtual success in couples therapy.

Relationships

6 Ways Couples Can Manage the Toughest Conversations

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on October 27, 2023

Are you and your partner gridlocked in conflict? Follow these six steps to optimize connection.

Decision-Making

Are You Sliding or Deciding in Your Relationship?

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on September 11, 2023

Sliding versus deciding can put your relationship at risk. Protect yourself from relationship inertia and make intentional decisions with your partner.

Relationships

How to Give and Receive Love After Becoming a Parent

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on May 20, 2023

Love languages can change after welcoming baby. Better understand how to love your partner now that you’re parents.

Maternal Mental Health Awareness month is observed during the month of May every year.

Pregnancy

Awareness of Maternal Mental Health Can Save Lives

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on April 28, 2023

Bringing awareness to maternal mental health this May is more important than ever. Maternal mortality rates are rising and mental health is the leading cause of death.

Relationships

Communication and Intimacy Tools for New Parents

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on March 10, 2023

From communication to intimacy, here are some tools to support the health of your relationship during the transition to new parenthood.

Parenting

When Couples Become Parents: The Impact on Your Relationship

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on March 9, 2023

Planning for parenthood? Essential topics for couples to consider for their relationships.

Career

The Motherhood Penalty in the Workplace

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on February 13, 2023

We expect women to work like they don’t have children and raise children like they don’t work. The motherhood penalty shows why your struggles aren't your fault.