Perinatal Support | Information And Blog

Blog

Fighting for Recognition: The Emotional Battle of Undiagnosed ADHD in Women

Jacqueline Cohen March 22, 2024 No Comments ADHD in Women

In today’s world, social media is highlighting ADHD and providing more information (some correct and some not) for individuals to understand this often misunderstood and even discredited complex condition. If you are self identifying with the symptoms of ADHD, you aren’t alone. Many women are becoming aware that they may be living with undiagnosed ADHD. If you have always felt like something was wrong, or felt different from others but didn’t have the language to articulate why, finding this information might bring a sense of relief. And knowing that you ...

Does Your Daughter Have ADHD? 8 Tips for Understanding Girls with ADHD

Jacqueline Cohen August 28, 2023 No Comments Parenting with ADHD

For so many years, ADHD was thought to be something only young boys had. Bad behavior in the classroom, impulsivity, hyperactivity, or bad grades were thought to be the only signs. At one point it was actually called a behavior disorder. Behavior is more like a response to some of the symptoms, and it really is all about the brain. Generally, there are differences between boys and girls with ADHD. So understanding girls with ADHD can present differently is important. Once you understand the differences, you will be able to ...

How to Overcome Marriage Problems

Jacqueline Cohen June 28, 2023 No Comments Marriage In Crisis

Marriage isn’t easy by any means. So if you have marriage problems, you are not alone. It is a common human experience. But marriage does take work, all of the time. So how do you overcome marriage problems so the work creates connection? Here are some things to think about: There are 4 different communication styles. They are assertive, passive, passive aggressive, and aggressive. The most effective style of communication is assertiveness. When you are assertive, you are advocating for yourself, while you are advocating for the other person at ...

Symptoms Of Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders Every Expectant Parent Needs To Know

Jacqueline Cohen May 3, 2023 No Comments It's Not Just Mommy Blues postpartum education

It is important to learn about postpartum mood and anxiety disorders because knowledge is often the best defense. Our society, unfortunately, still stigmatizes these experiences, causing new parents to be afraid to talk about them and seek help.

What Does It Mean If You Have Marriage Problems In The First Year?

Jacqueline Cohen March 3, 2023 No Comments Marriage In Crisis

What does it mean if you have marriage problems your first year of marriage? Well, don’t panic. It is actually normal to have marriage problems in the first year. But here are some things that could be contributing to the conflict.

How To Know If You Are At Risk For Postpartum Depression

Jacqueline Cohen January 6, 2023 No Comments It's Not Just Mommy Blues

Postpartum depression is more common than you think. 1 in 5 women struggle with postpartum depression (PPD), 1 in 3 women of color struggle with PPD, and 1 in 10 men struggle with it as well. So it is smart if you are researching your risk for postpartum depression. To help you out, here are some things to think about: