A mother-infant bond takes time to develop after birth, and sometimes requires help for this to happen Violet (not her real name) remembers vividly her pregnancy journey and birth experience. She recalls with nostalgia, the excitement she had when she saw the two lines on the pregnancy test. Almost immediately, she began fantasizing about the […]
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Postpartum PTSD: When Moms Experience Trauma During Childbirth
Every birth experience is unique. Many new moms look forward to the end of pregnancy and the beginning of a new journey as they enter motherhood. Some moms will, however, experience trauma during childbirth, sometimes leading to Postpartum PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). After delivery, many moms may feel fearful, disappointed and even angry that […]
The Importance Of Medical Presentations In Presentations
The art of medical presentation has evolved so much that it is now considered a science. A well presented medical case can make the difference between the success and failure of a medical procedure. It can be said that the presentation of a case is the first step toward communicating the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment […]
Practical Ways to Get Involved in Maternal Mental Health Awareness
May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month. All of this month, organizations all over the world join efforts in raising awareness on maternal mental health issues so that more women will get the treatment they need, and fewer will suffer in silence. This, according to the World Maternal Mental Health Day website is so that […]
#PPDMyStory – One Kenyan Mom’s story and how she got help
We are starting a new series titled #PPDMyStory where we will be sharing life stories of moms with Postpartum Depression, their motherhood journey and how they are recovering/ recovered. This is in line with our efforts to sensitize the community on maternal mental health and to raise awareness for Postpartum Depression (PPD). #PPDMyStory Today’s entry […]
Postpartum Depression in New Dads
One of the most intriguing questions that we received during the last conference we were invited to was from a gentleman who asked us (paraphrased): “If postpartum depression affects 1 in 7 new moms after child birth, and has been related to the sudden drop of hormones, why do dads get Postpartum Depression seeing as […]
Moms share 5 things they wish they knew about Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Depression (PPD) is one of the most common maternal mental illnesses; with statistics showing that 1 in every 9 moms will get PPD. Yet, as common as it is, many affected moms typically admit that they wish they knew more about PPD before they had it. They admit it would help them accept the […]
Mental360 Discussion Forum on World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day was observed on the 10th of October this year under the theme, ‘Youth and Mental Health in a changing world’. “Adolescence and the early years of adulthood are a time of life when many changes occur, for example changing schools, leaving home, and starting university or a new job. For many, […]
January is Mental Wellness Month – Here are 5 tips to Help You
Did you know that every January is Mental Wellness Month? By definition, mental wellness refers to the state of emotion of psychological well-being in which a person is able to use their emotional and cognitive capabilities. This way, a person is able to function and meet the demands of daily life. According to the World […]
Is Childrens Insurance A General Product Or Is It Meant For Older Children?
Children’s laws are designed to govern the behavior of children. They are intended to assist in shaping the future of children, making them responsible and law-abiding citizens in the future. Biologically, a young child is an actual human being between the phases of childhood and adolescence, or between the periods of adolescence and adulthood. The […]