Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Psychiatrists in Irvington, NJ

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Dr. B ~ Blessed Family Care & Mental Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvington, NJ 07111
At Blessed Family Care & Mental Wellness, Dr. Bola Fadipe provides comprehensive psychiatric services through an integrative and functional approach to help you reduce the risk of chronic diseases related to mental illness, stress, anxiety, and substance abuse. We deliver a unique focus on pregnant women during antenatal care and postpartum. Our services include the diagnosis, treatment, and management of mental health disorders, medication management, appropriate screenings, psychotherapy. We also strive to reduce stigma and to help you face stressful challenges and milestones in your life.
At Blessed Family Care & Mental Wellness, Dr. Bola Fadipe provides comprehensive psychiatric services through an integrative and functional approach to help you reduce the risk of chronic diseases related to mental illness, stress, anxiety, and substance abuse. We deliver a unique focus on pregnant women during antenatal care and postpartum. Our services include the diagnosis, treatment, and management of mental health disorders, medication management, appropriate screenings, psychotherapy. We also strive to reduce stigma and to help you face stressful challenges and milestones in your life.
(908) 860-9094 View (908) 860-9094
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Regina Inokon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Irvington, NJ 07111  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, and infectious disease. I received my Doctorate from Rutgers University NJ and have been practicing for 5 years. I help individuals who are going through a tough time, struggling with life stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves. Our services included psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, and infectious disease. I received my Doctorate from Rutgers University NJ and have been practicing for 5 years. I help individuals who are going through a tough time, struggling with life stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves. Our services included psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy
(908) 824-6537 View (908) 824-6537
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Jim Dorcely
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvington, NJ 07111  (Online Only)
I'm a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner based in New Jersey. I have over 10 years in the mental health system. I received my Masters from Fairleigh Dickinson University of New jersey 4 years ago and have been practicing since. I'm able to help individual with mental illness of any stage of the human lifespan development.
I'm a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner based in New Jersey. I have over 10 years in the mental health system. I received my Masters from Fairleigh Dickinson University of New jersey 4 years ago and have been practicing since. I'm able to help individual with mental illness of any stage of the human lifespan development.
(646) 212-1368 View (646) 212-1368
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Ophelia O Matthews
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Dr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvington, NJ 07111  (Online Only)
My name is Ophelia Matthews, and I am a PMHNP-BC Licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. My specialty is medication management; I manage patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADD/ADHD, and adjustment issues, PTSD. Ophelia solution behavioral health LLC is a solo community-based mental health agency on a mission to provide quality behavioral health services to stabilize, strengthen, and support youth and families and also includes medication management and provide Client treatment plans that are individualized and tailored to each client's specific needs and goals through Tele health.
My name is Ophelia Matthews, and I am a PMHNP-BC Licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. My specialty is medication management; I manage patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADD/ADHD, and adjustment issues, PTSD. Ophelia solution behavioral health LLC is a solo community-based mental health agency on a mission to provide quality behavioral health services to stabilize, strengthen, and support youth and families and also includes medication management and provide Client treatment plans that are individualized and tailored to each client's specific needs and goals through Tele health.
(609) 804-5339 View (609) 804-5339

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Linda A Perry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Caldwell, NJ 07006  (Online Only)
If you or your child no longer feel real joy, I’d like to help. The core of my practice is judicious medication management. I’ve been doing this for many years: first as a nurse-midwife, now as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am still dual-credentialed in both. I treat people of all types, but most frequently children and perinatal women. My patients, big and small, grapple with issues like anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD and eating disorders. Issues around fertility, pregnancy, parenting and menopause remain among my strengths, even though I rarely deliver babies anymore (and I miss it, sometimes!). My approach is holistic.
If you or your child no longer feel real joy, I’d like to help. The core of my practice is judicious medication management. I’ve been doing this for many years: first as a nurse-midwife, now as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am still dual-credentialed in both. I treat people of all types, but most frequently children and perinatal women. My patients, big and small, grapple with issues like anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD and eating disorders. Issues around fertility, pregnancy, parenting and menopause remain among my strengths, even though I rarely deliver babies anymore (and I miss it, sometimes!). My approach is holistic.
(201) 676-8572 View (201) 676-8572
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Dr. Alysa Jeffers
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, WHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07304  (Online Only)
I understand that issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress can profoundly affect reproductive health, pregnancy outcomes, and overall quality of life.
As a healthcare provider with a background in OBGYN, my commitment extends beyond providing exceptional medical care; it encompasses a deep-seated passion for ensuring that every patient has equal access to comprehensive mental health services. Throughout my career, I have witnessed the profound impact that mental health has on physical health, particularly in women's health, and I am dedicated to breaking down barriers to care for all individuals, regardless of race, religion, or economic status
I understand that issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress can profoundly affect reproductive health, pregnancy outcomes, and overall quality of life.
As a healthcare provider with a background in OBGYN, my commitment extends beyond providing exceptional medical care; it encompasses a deep-seated passion for ensuring that every patient has equal access to comprehensive mental health services. Throughout my career, I have witnessed the profound impact that mental health has on physical health, particularly in women's health, and I am dedicated to breaking down barriers to care for all individuals, regardless of race, religion, or economic status
(856) 543-2449 View (856) 543-2449
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Daniel Garrett Finch
Psychiatrist, MD, PMH-C, FAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, NJ 07090
I treat adults with all mental health issue including depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and others. I do so with empathy and listening to the needs and concerns of my patients. I specialize in perinatal/reproductive psychiatry which is the care of women and families trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or up to two years postpartum. With 15 years of experience, I am well-equipped to treat all mental health conditions.
I treat adults with all mental health issue including depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and others. I do so with empathy and listening to the needs and concerns of my patients. I specialize in perinatal/reproductive psychiatry which is the care of women and families trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or up to two years postpartum. With 15 years of experience, I am well-equipped to treat all mental health conditions.
(908) 913-7536 View (908) 913-7536
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Sarah Oreck
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Jersey City, NJ 07310  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating women during pregnancy and the postpartum period as well as coping with fertility related issues.
I'm a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on women's mental wellness. In addition to my expertise in general and addiction psychiatry, I'm one of a few doctors with specialized training in women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. I provide highly personalized and empathic treatment to women throughout the reproductive life cycle. I believe in treating both body and mind through mindful breathing and meditation in addition to talk therapy and the most up-to-date medication treatments. I treat patients with mood and anxiety symptoms, chronic pelvic pain, trauma, ADHD, addiction and eating disorders.
I specialize in treating women during pregnancy and the postpartum period as well as coping with fertility related issues.
I'm a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on women's mental wellness. In addition to my expertise in general and addiction psychiatry, I'm one of a few doctors with specialized training in women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. I provide highly personalized and empathic treatment to women throughout the reproductive life cycle. I believe in treating both body and mind through mindful breathing and meditation in addition to talk therapy and the most up-to-date medication treatments. I treat patients with mood and anxiety symptoms, chronic pelvic pain, trauma, ADHD, addiction and eating disorders.
(424) 347-8259 View (424) 347-8259
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Ashley Fernandez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Jersey City, NJ 07305  (Online Only)
I am thrilled to have joined Mavida Health as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Head of Prescriber Development. Mavida Health is a deeply specialized, comprehensive mental health platform for the path to parenthood - including those trying to conceive, pregnant - including adoption and surrogacy, experiencing pregnancy loss, or in the postpartum. We offer 1:1 therapy, couples/family therapy, group therapy, prescribing, and medication management.
I am thrilled to have joined Mavida Health as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Head of Prescriber Development. Mavida Health is a deeply specialized, comprehensive mental health platform for the path to parenthood - including those trying to conceive, pregnant - including adoption and surrogacy, experiencing pregnancy loss, or in the postpartum. We offer 1:1 therapy, couples/family therapy, group therapy, prescribing, and medication management.
(628) 432-7476 View (628) 432-7476
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Amy C Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928  (Online Only)
I am most passionate about treating, anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, trauma, Perinatal/Postpartum Mood Disorders and other diagnoses associated with women's reproductive mental health across the life span.
Your mental health journey is unique, and your care should be too. I aim to provide comprehensive, holistic, and personalized mental health care. The priority in caring for my patients is to develop a safe treatment plan while recognizing and honoring where they are in their journey. I provide medication management via telehealth, providing ease and comfort of care.
I am most passionate about treating, anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, trauma, Perinatal/Postpartum Mood Disorders and other diagnoses associated with women's reproductive mental health across the life span.
Your mental health journey is unique, and your care should be too. I aim to provide comprehensive, holistic, and personalized mental health care. The priority in caring for my patients is to develop a safe treatment plan while recognizing and honoring where they are in their journey. I provide medication management via telehealth, providing ease and comfort of care.
(908) 503-5842 View (908) 503-5842
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Wendy Feins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Wendy and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New Jersey. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Women’s issues, Chronic Illness, Maternal Mental Health / Pre / Postpartum, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) / Trauma. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Wendy and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New Jersey. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Women’s issues, Chronic Illness, Maternal Mental Health / Pre / Postpartum, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) / Trauma. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
(862) 362-2192 View (862) 362-2192
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BirchWood Health - Jacquelyn Zagone
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Newark, NJ 07101  (Online Only)
As a mental health specialist, I address ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Postpartum, PTSD, Women's issues, and work with clients aged 13+.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. With a deep understanding of the complexities of psychiatric conditions, I employ a patient-centered approach to treatment, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs and circumstances are at the forefront of their care plan. Find out more about me and my practice at www.BirchWood.Health
As a mental health specialist, I address ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Postpartum, PTSD, Women's issues, and work with clients aged 13+.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. With a deep understanding of the complexities of psychiatric conditions, I employ a patient-centered approach to treatment, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs and circumstances are at the forefront of their care plan. Find out more about me and my practice at www.BirchWood.Health
(862) 356-6293 View (862) 356-6293
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Zhanna Berman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP, PMHNP, CHES
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
These issues include ADHD, anxiety, postpartum, perimenopausal, and menopausal issues.
Why is this happening to ME?  To my child?  Is this Just How it is? After all, I’ve done everything right. I’ve tried different doctors; numerous medications and not only am I not getting better but I’m having to deal with these side effects! If this sounds familiar, you are not alone.  Hope can be one of the hardest things to hold on to when you are struggling. I know that mental illness is more than a set of symptoms. They are conditions that affect everyone differently. This is why I develop a concierge treatment plan utilizing the latest science to provide precision and care for my patients. Hope is here!
These issues include ADHD, anxiety, postpartum, perimenopausal, and menopausal issues.
Why is this happening to ME?  To my child?  Is this Just How it is? After all, I’ve done everything right. I’ve tried different doctors; numerous medications and not only am I not getting better but I’m having to deal with these side effects! If this sounds familiar, you are not alone.  Hope can be one of the hardest things to hold on to when you are struggling. I know that mental illness is more than a set of symptoms. They are conditions that affect everyone differently. This is why I develop a concierge treatment plan utilizing the latest science to provide precision and care for my patients. Hope is here!
(862) 229-9319 View (862) 229-9319
Photo of Cherie Elfenbein, MD, Psychiatrist
Cherie Elfenbein
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
I have 20 years of expertise in women's mental and reproductive health, including PMS, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause/menopause.
I am board certified in adult psychiatry and I work with clients to attain mental wellness in all areas of one life. My practice is collaborative and integrates psychopharmacology with my interest/training in nutrition, mindfulness, yoga, exercise, and mindbody therapies. My areas of expertise are in treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma. I search for the underlying physiologic causes that can contribute to your symptoms or challenges. Supplements, vitamins, and herbs may be recommended along with or instead of medicine. Genetic testing is offered to individualize treatment. Women’s health is another area of expertise.
I have 20 years of expertise in women's mental and reproductive health, including PMS, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause/menopause.
I am board certified in adult psychiatry and I work with clients to attain mental wellness in all areas of one life. My practice is collaborative and integrates psychopharmacology with my interest/training in nutrition, mindfulness, yoga, exercise, and mindbody therapies. My areas of expertise are in treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma. I search for the underlying physiologic causes that can contribute to your symptoms or challenges. Supplements, vitamins, and herbs may be recommended along with or instead of medicine. Genetic testing is offered to individualize treatment. Women’s health is another area of expertise.
(973) 333-4087 View (973) 333-4087
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Sharon Batista
Psychiatrist, MD, DFAPA, FACLP, FAWMA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07097  (Online Only)
Dr. Sharon Batista, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist in private telepsychiatry practice. She works with patients suffering from anxiety,depression, panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and OC-Related disorders, hoarding, perfectionism, body dysmorphia and eating disorders. Dr. Batista provides care across the lifespan including perinatal mental health consultation for pre-pregnancy planning, during pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. Dr. Batista's areas of clinical focus include physician mental health. Telehealth treatment available in NY, NJ, CT, CA, FL, IL, KS, OH, PA,TX and VA.
Dr. Sharon Batista, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist in private telepsychiatry practice. She works with patients suffering from anxiety,depression, panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and OC-Related disorders, hoarding, perfectionism, body dysmorphia and eating disorders. Dr. Batista provides care across the lifespan including perinatal mental health consultation for pre-pregnancy planning, during pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. Dr. Batista's areas of clinical focus include physician mental health. Telehealth treatment available in NY, NJ, CT, CA, FL, IL, KS, OH, PA,TX and VA.
(347) 673-0599 View (347) 673-0599
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BirchWood Health - Samantha O'Donnell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07305  (Online Only)
As a mental health specialist, I address ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Postpartum, PTSD, Women's issues, and work with clients aged 10+.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. With a deep understanding of the complexities of psychiatric conditions, I employ a patient-centered approach to treatment, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs and circumstances are at the forefront of their care plan. Find out more about me and my practice at www.BirchWood.Health
As a mental health specialist, I address ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Postpartum, PTSD, Women's issues, and work with clients aged 10+.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. With a deep understanding of the complexities of psychiatric conditions, I employ a patient-centered approach to treatment, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs and circumstances are at the forefront of their care plan. Find out more about me and my practice at www.BirchWood.Health
(862) 259-6968 View (862) 259-6968
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Suhana deLeon-Sanchez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, NCTTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Day-to-day life does not have to be THIS hard. You do not deserve to feel overwhelmed with feelings of sadness, despair, fear, worry, or that you cannot get yourself to sleep or focus enough to function at work or at home. Therapy, eating a well-balanced nutritious diet, and getting enough exercise are sometimes not enough. Combining talk therapy with medications can help you manage your stress so that you can regain some control in your life. Using medications can be short-term only. Speak to a prescriber who will educate, guide, and support you in selecting a safe & effective treatment option tailored specifically for you.
Day-to-day life does not have to be THIS hard. You do not deserve to feel overwhelmed with feelings of sadness, despair, fear, worry, or that you cannot get yourself to sleep or focus enough to function at work or at home. Therapy, eating a well-balanced nutritious diet, and getting enough exercise are sometimes not enough. Combining talk therapy with medications can help you manage your stress so that you can regain some control in your life. Using medications can be short-term only. Speak to a prescriber who will educate, guide, and support you in selecting a safe & effective treatment option tailored specifically for you.
(347) 685-6996 View (347) 685-6996
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Christina Silvaria
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Newark, NJ 07102  (Online Only)
I treat adolescent and adult patients who are looking for comprehensive and attentive care. I believe that to help someone, we need to know who that person is and what their individual goals are. Let's get you back to feeling like your full self!
I treat adolescent and adult patients who are looking for comprehensive and attentive care. I believe that to help someone, we need to know who that person is and what their individual goals are. Let's get you back to feeling like your full self!
(201) 690-2596 View (201) 690-2596
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Melissa Mecka
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Melissa and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in New Jersey. I specialize in older adults 65+, middle-age life transitions, perimenopause and menopausal anxiety/depression and maternal mental health with an emphasis on individualized therapy and a holistic approach to care. I have been a board certified registered nurse for 29 years, a board certified Advanced Practice Nurse since 2000, and completed my post master’s degree in Psychiatry in 2021. Together with my colleagues at Lavender Psychiatry, I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected and cared for.
Hi, my name is Melissa and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in New Jersey. I specialize in older adults 65+, middle-age life transitions, perimenopause and menopausal anxiety/depression and maternal mental health with an emphasis on individualized therapy and a holistic approach to care. I have been a board certified registered nurse for 29 years, a board certified Advanced Practice Nurse since 2000, and completed my post master’s degree in Psychiatry in 2021. Together with my colleagues at Lavender Psychiatry, I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected and cared for.
(201) 729-3861 View (201) 729-3861
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Dr. Sarah Azarchi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
I am a NYU-trained board-certified psychiatrist & psychotherapist, licensed in New Jersey and New York. I believe in the power of the mind and its ​profound influence on overall wellbeing. I offer comprehensive treatment that integrates psychotherapy and medication management.
I am a NYU-trained board-certified psychiatrist & psychotherapist, licensed in New Jersey and New York. I believe in the power of the mind and its ​profound influence on overall wellbeing. I offer comprehensive treatment that integrates psychotherapy and medication management.
(908) 388-9920 View (908) 388-9920

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Psychiatrists

What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?

The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?

Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?

A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviors. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.

Are there specific medications for postpartum depression?

In 2019, the FDA approved the first medication designed to treat postpartum depression. The medication is called brexanolone and is delivered intravenously by a medical professional over the course of a few days. However, typical antidepressants, which are more accessible, can also treat postpartum depression. The disorder is often best treated through a combination of medication and therapy.