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OverviewPregnant women are expected to glow, and new mothers are expected to bask in the delight of their baby. But for some women, this is a time of unsettling mood shifts and uncertainty. One in ten women experience clinical depression either during pregnancy or in the postnatal period, while the majority of new mothers face the 'blues', anxiety and other emotional changes. Overcoming Baby Blues shares intimate stories of mothers' experiences with depression and other mood problems during pregnancy and their baby's first year. Their stories shine with wisdom, humour and fortitude. Also included are research-based guidelines on assessing moods, causes of perinatal depression, and effective management strategies. Safety of medications in pregnancy and breastfeeding is covered, as are suggestions for adapting diet and lifestyle to reduce symptoms, and advice for partners. 'Every woman expects to be flooded with joy during pregnancy and after birth and when that doesn't happen, it can be terribly lonely and distressing. This book is a fantastic read for every woman struggling with the idea and the reality of being a new mother. You're not alone.' - Mia Freedman, Mamamia 'I had post natal depression and felt like a failure. It's hard to admit you're not coping with all the pressure to be a ''happy, wonderful'' mum. I hope this book will help you discover there is a way through.' - Jessica Rowe, broadcaster and writer Full Product DetailsAuthor: Gordon Parker , Kerrie Eyers , Philip BoycePublisher: Allen & Unwin Imprint: Allen & Unwin Edition: Main Dimensions: Width: 15.40cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.345kg ISBN: 9781743316771ISBN 10: 1743316771 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 01 February 2014 Recommended Age: From Audience: General/trade , General/trade , General , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsList of tables and figures Preface Introduction: From blue to black and beyond 1. What are perinatal mood disorders? 2. Risk factors for perinatal mood problems 3. Screening for perinatal depression 4. Diagnosis and treatment options 5. Protecting yourself with realistic expectations 6. Learning to live in motherland 7. Do you need help? 8. Where to get help 9. Tackling stigma and mothers' guilt 10. Managing a mood disorder and maintaining recovery 11. Fathers and the extended family 12. Mothers' strategies Appendix: Medications in the perinatal period Glossary Notes IndexReviewsAdopting a kindly, respectful tone, the authors strive to eradicate the stigma of depression with practical and empathetic advice, but the truly convincing testimony comes from the many and varied stories of women working through guilt and feeling relief at asking for, and getting, help. -Publishers Weekly Online Author InformationGORDON PARKER is Scientia Professor of Psychiatry at the University of NSW, Professorial Fellow at the Black Dog Institute, and a renowned researcher and expert on mood disorders. KERRIE EYERS is a psychologist and Publications Consultant at the Black Dog Institute, Sydney. Gordon Parker and Kerrie Eyers are editors of the bestselling Journeys with the Black Dog and several other books on depression. PHILIP BOYCE is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Sydney, Professorial Fellow at the Black Dog Institute, and an international expert on postnatal depression. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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