I Love My Baby But I’m Struggling: The Most Common Thoughts Moms Don’t Say Out Loud
Postpartum Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts, Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C Postpartum Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts, Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C

I Love My Baby But I’m Struggling: The Most Common Thoughts Moms Don’t Say Out Loud

Struggling with scary or overwhelming thoughts after having a baby? You're not alone. Learn how postpartum therapy can help moms with anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts feel safe, seen, and supported.

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Postpartum Mental Health:  What Every New Mom Needs to Know
Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C

Postpartum Mental Health: What Every New Mom Needs to Know

New motherhood is often accompanied by joy and excitement, but it can also bring challenges. Understanding postpartum mental health is crucial, as it can help normalize your experiences, reduce stigma, and ensure you seek help when needed. Whether you’re struggling to understand postpartum depression vs baby blues or simply trying to adjust to your new reality, this guide is here to support you.

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Mom Guilt: What It Is, Where It Comes From, and How to Let It Go
Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C

Mom Guilt: What It Is, Where It Comes From, and How to Let It Go

Mom Guilt is that nagging feeling that you’re not doing enough, not doing it right, or somehow failing your child. It’s an emotional undercurrent that can affect even the most confident moms. This blog explains where this guilt comes from, and how you can move past it to embrace motherhood with grace and self-compassion.

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Overcoming Perfectionism in Motherhood for High-Functioning Moms
Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C Postpartum Mental Health Marilyn Cross Coleman, LCSW, PMH-C

Overcoming Perfectionism in Motherhood for High-Functioning Moms

The pressure to meet impossibly high standards—both self-imposed and societal—can leave moms feeling overwhelmed and ashamed of their perceived shortcomings. As a postpartum therapist and maternal mental health therapist, I’ve seen how these unrealistic expectations can lead to shame and perfectionism. This blog discusses ways to overcome perfectionism in high functioning moms.

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