Preventing Paternal Postpartum Depression

Paternal Postpartum Depression (PPD) is estimated to affect one in ten men. It is predominantly caused by stress, and the risk for paternal postpartum depression doubles when the child’s mother develops a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. I believe it is crucial to address PPD in the discourse about supporting fathers because Paternal Postpartum Depression […]

Three Ways to Support Fathers

In honor of fathers, I am sharing three practices that can strengthen the father-child relationship. Be blessed as you read! Connection with Positive Role Models Studies show that fathers experience hormonal and psychological changes when transitioning to fatherhood. The physiological and psychological changes fathers experience often enhance their capacity to nurture their children. The concept […]