Postpartum Depression for Dummies

by Shoshana S. Bennett

Book Overview

It's a great blessing when a new mom with postpartum depression (PPD) is fortunate enough to be diagnosed early by a knowledgeable medical practitioner or therapist. But without guidance, it isn't always clear where the boundary between normal baby blues and PPD lies. As with any other illness, the quicker that PPD is identified and treated, the faster the woman will recover.

Postpartum Depression For Dummies can help you begin the process...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470073357
• ISBN13: 9780470073353
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

This book changed my life!

I suffered PPD after the birth of my second son. As a stay-at-home mom caring for two small children, I felt overwhelmed and lost. I was suffering, as were those around me. After reading Dr. Shoshanna's book, I was able to make positive changes to bring balance to my life and overcome my PPD. I stopped beating myself up for not being able to "do-it-all." I started caring for myself by putting good nutrition in my body, taking breaks to have "me" time, and asking for help with housework and childcare. By doing these things, I saw changes immediately and I feel better than I have in a long time. And this book helped my family understand how I was feeling and how to support me. I wish I would have read Dr. Shoshanna's book before I had my first child. Now that I am pregnant with my third child, I plan to continue with the changes I've made and have a much happier experience with my newborn and my family. Thank you Dr. Shoshanna for writing this book and for helping so many women. All mothers (whether first time or not) should read this book.

Finally! Postpartum Help For Women AND Men

Finally, a book on postpartum depression for both women AND men! And it's not just any book; it's the best one, written by the leading expert on the subject. Not only does Dr. Bennett discuss how men play a critical role as partners of women with PPD, but also how men suffer too from this crippling condition. For new dads with PPD, this book has just the tools they'll need to begin repairing their lives. It's also an invaluable resource for health professionals who want to best help women, men and families affected by this painful - yet treatable - condition. Dr. Will Courtenay Licensed Psychotherapist Specializing in Helping Men With Postpartum Depression Dr.Courtenay@PostpartumMen.com

Primary Prevention Emphasis

Finally, a book which not only informs us about signs, symptoms and treatment for perinatal mood disorders, but teaches us how to prevent them from happening in the first place! Too often there is not enough emphasis on prevention and this finely written manuscript by one of the fields leading experts, offers sound options and methods to help women avoid one of life's most devastating illness. Kudos to the author of The Baby Blues for creating an even more extensive resource!

No PPD stone left unturned by the author!!!

This incredibly written book has every angle of the illness covered at 110%. The author has done a wonderful job of incorporating knowledge, resources, humor, and wisdom in this all emcompassing informational guide. The reader can devour everything they ever wanted to know about PPD and more! Whether the reader is Dad, a partner, family, friends, or Mom herself, there is information galore to be shared with all. A "must have" for anyone interested in the unexpected reality of PPD.

Dynamic book, Incredibly helpful, sensible creative advice

This book goes way beyond the typical book about post-partum depression. It covers so many ways to understand and treat PPD - holistic, traditional medicine, alternate therapies, resources online, and much much more. Presented in a no-nonsense way, with compassion and sensitivity, this book, written by a woman who has "been there done that" will provide wanna-be mothers, soon-to-be mothers, already mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, doulas etc. with viable ways to understand and deal with PPD. Preventative ideas as well! I highly recommend this book, and encourage you to read it or give it as a gift!