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Pregnancy mental health

Anxiety, fear, identity shifts — what is normal during pregnancy and when to ask for help, with screening tools and evidence-based coping.

13 articles · updated April 2026

Development

Screening for Late Postpartum Depression: 9–12 Months

Late postpartum depression can first appear at 9–12 months. Learn why screening now matters, which tools are used, and how to get timely, effective support.

11 min read · Apr 29, 2026

Pregnancy

Early Pregnancy Stress: Handling Family Pressure & Advice

Feeling swamped by first-trimester stress and family advice? Learn inclusive, evidence-based ways to set boundaries, filter info, and protect your mental health.

10 min read · Apr 12, 2026

Pregnancy

Tokophobia in the Third Trimester: Signs, Risks, Help

Severe fear of childbirth can intensify after 28 weeks. Learn the signs of tokophobia, why it happens, and how to find support and relief before labor.

11 min read · Apr 5, 2026

Pregnancy

First-Trimester Medication Exposure Risks: What to Know

Concerned about medicines taken early in pregnancy? Get clear, evidence-based guidance on risks, next steps, and where to find personalized support.

11 min read · Mar 30, 2026

Development

Maternal Identity at 9–12 Months: Find Yourself Again

At 9–12 months postpartum, identity often shifts. Explore evidence-based tips to reclaim time, set boundaries, and support maternal mental health.

11 min read · Mar 25, 2026

Pregnancy

Reduce Labor Anxiety: Evidence-Based 3rd Trimester Tips

Feeling uneasy about birth? Learn proven ways to reduce labor anxiety, build confidence, create a flexible birth plan, and know when to seek extra support.

11 min read · Mar 19, 2026

Pregnancy

Second-Trimester Fear of Childbirth: Causes & Help

Feeling scared of labor in the second trimester? Understand tokophobia, know when to seek help, and try proven steps to reduce anxiety.

11 min read · Feb 23, 2026

Pregnancy

Pregnancy-Safe Acne Treatments in the Second Trimester

Struggling with acne in trimester two? Find safe treatments, routines, and red flags—backed by ACOG, AAD, Mayo Clinic, and MotherToBaby.

11 min read · Feb 20, 2026

Pregnancy

Gender Disappointment and Postpartum Depression: The Link

Many parents feel blindsided after an unexpected fetal sex. Understand the link to PPD, what’s normal, and practical steps you and your partner can take now.

11 min read · Feb 2, 2026

Pregnancy

Second Trimester Partner Involvement: Benefits & Tips

Make the most of the second trimester. Evidence-based benefits, simple scripts, and practical ways partners can support pregnancy and mental health.

11 min read · Jan 23, 2026

Pregnancy

First Trimester Anxiety: Screening, Coping & Support

Evidence-based guide to first trimester anxiety: signs, screening, coping strategies, partner support, and when to get care.

10 min read · Jan 19, 2026

Pregnancy

First-Trimester Bonding: Why Connection Grows Gradually

Struggling to feel connected in the first trimester is common. Here’s why bonding is gradual, plus gentle tips, partner ideas, and when to seek help.

11 min read · Jan 11, 2026

Newborn

Matrescence: Navigating Postpartum Identity Shift (0–3 Months)

Struggling with who you are after baby? Understand matrescence and find gentle, practical steps to rebuild your sense of self in the first 0–3 months.

11 min read · Dec 30, 2025

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