Perinatal OCD Archives - Postpartum Support International (PSI) You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you will be well. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 22:33:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 When Honesty Feels Too Risky: Why New Parents Hide Mental Health Struggles https://postpartum.net/when-honesty-feels-too-risky-why-new-parents-hide-mental-health-struggles/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://postpartum.net/?p=53731 Discover the need for safer support systems for new parents with mental health struggles and how we can make getting help more accessible.

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]]> Stories of Hope: Finding the Right Care in an Intensive Outpatient Program https://postpartum.net/stories-of-hope-finding-the-right-care-in-an-intensive-outpatient-program/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://postpartum.net/?p=52385 Learn how finding help with an IOP for postpartum can aid those facing postpartum mood disorders.

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]]> Stories of Hope: The Perfect Storm https://postpartum.net/stories-of-hope-the-perfect-storm/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=47291 Experience a brave postpartum story of facing anxiety and fear head-on. Follow one mother's path to healing and self-discovery.

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]]> Perinatal Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Tips for Seeking Support and Treatment https://postpartum.net/perinatal-ocd-tips-for-seeking-support-and-treatment/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=46691 Find licensed therapists and resources to support perinatal OCD. Overcome the challenges of this disorder with evidence-based treatments and professional guidance.

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]]> 5 Misconceptions About Perinatal and Postpartum OCD https://postpartum.net/5-misconceptions-about-perinatal-and-postpartum-ocd/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=46642 Learn about the misunderstood condition of perinatal OCD and its impact on parents. Spread awareness and support for perinatal mental health.

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]]> Living a Horror Movie: Navigating Misconceptions About Postpartum OCD https://postpartum.net/living-a-horror-movie-navigating-misconceptions-about-postpartum-ocd/ Sat, 19 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=45826 Reclaim your life from Perinatal OCD. Learn about the experiences and challenges of overcoming intrusive thoughts and finding healing.

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]]> Silencing the Stigma: Understanding Perinatal OCD and Letting Go of Shame https://postpartum.net/silencing-the-stigma-understanding-perinatal-ocd-and-letting-go-of-shame/ Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=45682 Find relief from the overwhelming challenges of Perinatal Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (PP-OCD) with evidence-based practices tailored for new mothers.

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]]> Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder with Exposure Therapy in Perinatal Population https://postpartum.net/treatment-of-ocd-with-exposure-therapy-in-perinatal-population/ Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=45635 Find out how to help someone with Perinatal Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Gain awareness about the complexities and triggers of OCD during the perinatal period.

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]]> Stories of Hope: Overcoming Postpartum Anxiety, Depression, and OCD https://postpartum.net/stories-of-hope-overcoming-postpartum-anxiety-depression-and-ocd/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:29:09 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=45372 Find support and guidance for overcoming postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD and taking care of your mental health after childbirth.

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]]> The Harm of Postpartum Psychosis Oversimplifications https://postpartum.net/the-harm-of-postpartum-psychosis-oversimplification/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:32:19 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=43443 Explore how oversimplifications describing the differences between postpartum psychosis and postpartum OCD are wrong and harmful. Learn that the DSM articulates the presence of either hallucinations or delusions as a marker for postpartum psychosis. Learn how important it is that advocacy helps more than harms, and encourages parents to seek help.

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]]> EMDR in the Perinatal Period https://postpartum.net/emdr-in-the-perinatal-period/ Tue, 04 Apr 2023 18:00:42 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=39419   Early in my career while working in community mental health, my supervisor often said, “it’s all trauma.” After a few years of experience, I recognized her wisdom and understood more clearly that my clients’ struggles did all seem to stem from early stressful experiences. As soon as I was able, I signed up for […]

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]]> How to use creativity to cope with PMADs without it taking a lot of your time or energy https://postpartum.net/how-to-use-creativity-to-cope-with-pmads-without-it-taking-a-lot-of-your-time-or-energy/ Thu, 02 Feb 2023 02:44:45 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=38582   As a mother with Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD), you’ve likely consumed information about how to cope. You’ve probably read that rest, healthy food, water, exercise, social support and self-care are valuable and overusing screen time, eating your feelings, and wine is not helpful. How many times a day do you think about […]

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]]> Postpartum Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Stigma & Challenges https://postpartum.net/postpartum-obsessive-compulsive-disorder-stigma-challenges/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 20:16:22 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=37556   Rosie’s Story: A Struggle with Postpartum OCD “Rosie* needs help. Something is wrong and I need to help her.” These are the first words I hear as I pick up the phone. Rosie’s husband is frantic and does not know what is wrong. He is scared. As we talk, I learn Rosie is a […]

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]]> Postpartum Support International is a Global Resource for Mothers and Families https://postpartum.net/postpartum-support-is-an-international-resource-for-mothers-and-families/ Tue, 09 Mar 2021 21:52:01 +0000 https://www.postpartum.net/?p=28513 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Postpartum Support Is an International Resource for Mothers and Families You Are Not Alone, You Are Not to Blame, With Help, You Will Get Well Portland, OR March 9—One in seven pregnant or postpartum mothers all over the globe will experience depression, anxiety, or another perinatal mood disorder. Whether they live in […]

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