(formerly Pregnancy to Parenthood Family Center)
Do you know any expectant mothers or parents with young children who are struggling with the challenges of parenthood?This unique program provides comprehensive parent-child and family counseling, education, and support to families with children up to five years of age. Services include infant-parent psychotherapy, in-home mentoring, developmental assessments of children, teen parent support groups, postpartum support groups, parent education, case management, and 24-hour crisis services.
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For help, call 415-491-5700
HELPFUL TIPS:
DEPRESSION AFTER CHILDBIRTH: IS IT THE BABY BLUES OR SOMETHING MORE?Up to 80% of new mothers experience some form of the "baby blues" shortly after childbirth. This phase of weeping, mood swings, feeling overwhelmed, and just plain exhausted usually lasts a few days to a few weeks. However, any symptoms that persist after two weeks should be discussed with your healthcare professional. Symptoms of POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION include:
Feelings of sadness or low mood; feeling "down"
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Do not let the depression drag on without seeking help. Prompt treatment assures a rapid recovery. Make sure you get adequate sleep. Reach out for additional assistance, including a support group, family, and friends. Get plenty of exercise, sunlight, and good nutrition
NOTE: If you have a history of postpartum depression or it runs in your family, make a plan of prevention before your baby is born.
