Post Partum Depression Presented by Mary Chiasson

Post Partum Depression: “This isn’t how I thought motherhood would be”. Sleeplessness, frequent tearfulness, feelings of anger and/or increased feelings of anxiety and agitation, racing or intrusive thoughts are all symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD). It is estimated that 10-15% of women experience PPD within one year of either giving birth or adopting a child. This webinar details the importance of recognizing the signs and symptoms of PPD, what treatments and resources are available, and how PPD affects all family members, especially when left untreated. Additional information will be given about depression during pregnancy (perinatal depression) while offering strategies to prevent or reduce the onset of PPD before giving birth.

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BIO: Mary Chiasson M.A is a registered clinical counsellor in private practice in Vancouver. She specializes in counselling women and couples who are experiencing reproductive issues such as: PMS, infertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum depression, and adjustment to parenting. Mary experienced 9 years of infertility before conceiving her son, now 13 years old. Before starting her private practice, Mary worked at Pacific Post Partum Support Society, facilitating support groups for women experiencing post partum depression.

Lorne Brown is a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is the founder and co clinical director of Acubalance Wellness Centre in Vancouver & Langley BC. Click here bio of Dr. Lorne Brown

Click here to read an article on the Chinese medicine approach to post natal care.