The Fourth Trimester is Wild - Why Doesn’t Anybody Talk About It?

The postpartum season—often called the "fourth trimester"—is rarely talked about, yet it can bring significant emotional and mental health challenges for both moms and dads. Many new parents are left wondering, Why wasn’t I warned about this? In this post, I break down the differences between the "baby blues," postpartum depression, and postpartum anxiety, offering guidance on when to seek therapy, how to access support, and why no one should have to just get over it. If you're navigating postpartum struggles or want to better support a loved one, this is for you.

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