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·May 31, 2022·6 min read

Depression in Pregnancy Increases Risk of Behavioral Problems in Children

An increase in a woman's symptoms of depression from the preconception to the postpartum period raises the risk of behavioral and emotional problems in her children.

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·May 9, 2022·3 min read

Effects of Breastfeeding on Maternal Mental Health

A new systemic review concludes a positive association between breastfeeding and overall maternal mental health. The study found women who breastfeed have a significantly decreased risk of postpartum depression.

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·April 8, 2022·4 min read

Important Change in B-Cells in Women With Postpartum Depression

Researchers found significant differences in B cells in women with postpartum depression. B cells are important components of the immune system that help produce antibodies and secrete both pro and anti-inflammatory factors.

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·March 14, 2022·2 min read

A Third of New Moms During Early COVID Had Postpartum Depression

During the early stages of the COVID pandemic, one in three new mothers reported experiencing postpartum depression, while 1 in 5 had symptoms of major depression. The risks were higher in mothers who formula-fed their infants, and in those whose children were in neonatal ICU.

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·February 23, 2022·4 min read

Moms at Highest Risk for Postpartum Depression Identified

Younger mothers, first time moms, and women who give birth to twins are at the highest risk of developing postpartum depression, a new study reports.

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·January 26, 2022·3 min read

Blood Markers Can Predict Depression in Pregnancy

Researchers identified 15 biomarkers in blood samples that predict the risk of developing depression during pregnancy with 83% accuracy.

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·January 18, 2022·3 min read

Changes in Sleep and Biological Rhythms From Late Pregnancy to Postpartum Linked to Depression and Anxiety

Changes in the strength of circadian rhythms, the average amount of activity during nighttime rest, and the amount of fragmented sleep a woman experienced during the later stages of pregnancy or following birth were strongly associated with increased risks of developing postpartum depression and anxiety.

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·December 5, 2021·3 min read

Digital Therapy for Prenatal Insomnia May Prevent Postpartum Depression

Digital cognitive behavioral therapy designed to curb insomnia during pregnancy reduces postpartum depression, researchers report.

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·October 13, 2021·4 min read

A Potential End to Postpartum Depression

Neurosteroid replacement therapy may provide relief of symptoms for new mothers suffering from postpartum depression.

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·September 30, 2021·4 min read

Breastfeeding Status and Duration Significantly Impact Postpartum Depression Risk

Researchers identified a link between breastfeeding and a decreased risk of new mothers developing postpartum depression. The longer a mother breastfed her child, the more the risk of PPD decreased.

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·July 30, 2021·3 min read

Olfactory Sensitivity Show Postpartum Depression is Different to Major Depression

Women with postpartum depression report normal olfactory sensitivity, while those who are genetically predisposed to major depressive disorder have decreased olfactory sensitivity.

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·February 10, 2021·6 min read

Depressed Moms Who Breastfeed Boost Babies’ Mood, Neuroprotection and Mutual Touch

Breastfeeding has a positive effect on postnatal depression and bonding between mothers and their babies. Breastfeeding also has positive implications for neuroprotection in babies of depressed mothers.