Marin Perinatal Therapy

Check out this new post from Ashlyn Acikalin AMFT APCC re: partner support postpartum.

Partner Support During the Perinatal Period: How to Help When Your Loved One is Struggling The journey through pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood brings profound changes- not only for the person carrying the child but for their partner as well. While much attention is rightfully given to the physical and emotional well-being of the birthing parent, partners often find themselves....

New research on Hyperemesis Gravidarum/extreme morning sickness- “These findings have exciting implications. We now know that maternal and fetal DNA both contribute to HG risk, providing a genetic explanation for why the condition can vary from one pregnancy to the next. Even more promising, our research has paved the way for potential preventive and therapeutic approaches.”

What Causes Morning Sickness? New Study Pinpoints Hormone The discovery of a genetic link between high levels of a certain hormone and severe nausea & vomiting during pregnancy may lead to improved treatments.

Join us at Metta Mama in San Rafael on Friday, April 25th at noon with Shannon Myers, LMFT for a discussion on Imperfect Parenting. Reserve your spot for this free event!

International Bereaved Mother's Day 🩷🩵
Sending love to all 💜

New father's support group offered through MarinHealth. Free, virtual, drop-in group that meets via Zoom on Friday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m Pacific Time.

Event Details | MarinHealth Find out the latest event details at MarinHealth on our website.

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month. This free resource for newly bereaved parents includes daily support during the first 30 days. You are not alone.

The First 30 Days:A Pregnancy Loss Support Email Series By subscribing to this email series, you understand that these emails are NOT intended to replace or substitute mental health treatment. Instead, they are for informational purposes only.

“The Food and Drug Administration made history in August 2023 when it approved the first pill for treating postpartum depression (PPD). The drug, Zurzuvae (zuranolone), will be prescribed to be taken orally once daily for 14 days.”

FDA Approves First-Of-Its-Kind Postpartum Depression Treatment

June 19th is International Fathers' Mental Health Day.

May is Maternal Mental Health Month. Marin Perinatal Therapy is available as a resource to support families in California from pregnancy planning through postpartum adjustment. PSI is also a great national resource.