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Is This More Than the Baby Blues?

I have yet to meet a mother, or any parent for that matter, who has... >>

The Myth of a Perfect Mother

This Mother’s Day was the 40th one that I have celebrated as a mother. And... >>

A Challenge to Mothers Everywhere

The other day, a friend of mine texted me a picture of a sign in... >>

VIDEO: Dr. Allan Schore Explains How an Infant’s Cognitive Structure is Effected by a Mother’s Depression

Watch an excerpt from PsychAlive’s interview with Dr. Allan Schore. Dr. Allan Schore explains how... >>

Depression in Mothers

Depression is common among mothers, and many new moms suffer from depression. A 2003 University... >>

Women’s Adaptation to Living in Our Patriarchal Society

…her daughter said that she was angry at her mother because every time the mother... >>

Creating a Legacy for Your Children and Grandchildren: An Interview of a Family Historian

Writing life stories has become all the rage. We’re in the so-called Memoir Revolution with... >>

Breaking the Fantasy Bond with Our Mothers

The other day, I was reminded of reading Nancy Friday’s book, My Mother/My Self many... >>

How Childhood Defenses Hurt Us As Adults

As adults, we are often asked to reflect on the positive influences, role models, and... >>

Five Things You Don’t Expect When You’re Expecting: How Parenthood Impacts Your Mental Health

If it suddenly feels like anywhere you go, you’re surrounded by heavily pregnant women, it... >>