D-MER can cause a sudden wave of negative emotion around milk letdown. Learn what researchers know about this physiological response and its connection to mood and breastfeeding confidence.

Research suggests a meaningful connection between premenstrual disorders and postpartum depression. Explore what that relationship may tell us about hormonal sensitivity across reproductive transitions.

Even when household chores are shared, mothers may still carry most of the planning behind them. Research shows why that invisible mental load matters for mental health.

Research has explored whether vitamin D levels during pregnancy are associated with postpartum depression and anxiety. Here’s what the findings suggest and what still needs further study.

A systematic review explores how resilience, social support, and other protective factors may influence depression, anxiety, and stress during pregnancy and postpartum.

Deciding whether to take an antidepressant during pregnancy can feel complicated. Research highlights the concerns, tradeoffs, and information people need when making treatment decisions

A recent study found an association between benzodiazepine use during early pregnancy and increased miscarriage risk, highlighting the importance of careful, individualized medication decisions during pregnancy.

A study found that some people experience PTSD symptoms after cesarean delivery. Learn what the research suggests about birth trauma, postpartum mental health, and the importance of recognizing symptoms early.

Depression may intensify some menopause symptoms and affect quality of life. Research highlights why mental health deserves attention alongside the physical changes of menopause.

PCOS can affect fertility in several ways, and the stress of trying to conceive can add another layer. Learn how reproductive health and emotional well-being can intersect.

Research suggests people with PCOS may be more vulnerable to emotional and uncontrolled eating, particularly in midlife. Here’s what that may mean for whole-person hormonal and mental health care.

Pregnancy brings rapid physical changes that can be especially difficult for people struggling with body dysmorphia. Research explores how body image concerns can affect quality of life during pregnancy.

Did you know that your body’s natural rhythms can affect premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)? A systematic review found differences in melatonin, nighttime body temperature, and sleep quality among people with PMS and PMDD. Here's why those biological rhythms may matter.

Navigating postpartum hormones and mood swings can be challenging. Discover how hormonal shifts impact emotional well-being.

An unequal division of labor is about more than who does the dishes. Here's how to talk about chores, mental load, invisible planning, and creating a household workload that actually feels fair.

Nutrition plays a fundamental role in supporting hormonal balance, influencing various bodily functions from metabolism to mood regulation.

When it comes to mental health care, two primary roles often come to mind: psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs).

Lactation can affect mood in ways that are hormonal, physical, emotional, and surprisingly complex. Here's why feeding can feel calming for some people, difficult for others, and what D-MER has to do with it.

Coping with body image postpartum is a common concern for many individuals as they navigate the physical changes that occur after giving...

Parenting is a fulfilling and rewarding journey, but it can also be challenging, especially when you're managing...