Bonding With Your Baby: Tips for Postpartum Attachment
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 24, 2023 attachment theory, bonding with baby, maternal mental health, new dad, new mom, new parent, parenting, Parenting and Families, perinatal mental health, postpartum, postpartum depression0 comments
Becoming a new parent is an incredible journey filled with challenges and joys. For many new mothers, the postpartum period can be particularly demanding as they navigate the physical and emotional changes that accompany giving birth. Bonding with your baby and developing a strong attachment with your newborn is a vital aspect of the postpartum period.
Postpartum attachment refers...Learn MoreThe Impact of Perinatal Loss on Parental Mental Health
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 17, 2023 grief, grief counseling, grief therapy, miscarriage, perinatal loss, perinatal mental health, stillbirth0 comments
The emotional toll of perinatal loss, a devastating experience of losing a baby during pregnancy or shortly after birth, is often overlooked and underestimated. This article sheds light on the profound effects it has on the mental health of parents and highlights available treatment options for healing and support.
The Emotional Consequences of Perinatal...Learn MoreAttachment Styles in Adult Romantic Relationships
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 8, 2023 attachment styles, attachment theory, couples counseling, couples therapy, dating, relationship, relationship conflict, relationship counseling, relationship resolutions0 comments
Attachment theory, which was first introduced by British psychoanalyst John Bowlby in the 1950s and 60s, posits that the way a child forms attachments to their primary caregiver can have a significant impact on how we approach romantic relationships as adults. Research has shown that early attachment styles can manifest in a variety of ways within our adult romantic relationships,...Learn MoreDo I Need Antidepressants? 5 Ways To Tell
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 4, 2023 Antidepressants, depression, medication management, medicine, psychiatric services, psychiatry0 comments
Depression is a common mental health disorder that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. According to the World Health Organization, more than 264 million people worldwide experience depression. If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, you may be wondering, “Do I Need Antidepressants?”
Here are some signs that antidepressants might be right for...Learn More