
Postpartum OCD and Intrusive Thoughts: You're Not a Bad Mom
Having scary, intrusive thoughts about your baby? Learn why this happens, what it means, and how postpartum OCD is treated. You're not alone.
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Welcome to Bloom Psychology's blog—your comprehensive resource for navigating the emotional complexities of pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood. Whether you're experiencing postpartum depression, prenatal anxiety, relationship challenges, or simply seeking evidence-based guidance during this transformative time, our articles provide the expert insights and practical strategies you need.
Our content is written by perinatal mental health specialists who understand that the journey to motherhood isn't always what you expected. From recognizing the signs of postpartum depression and anxiety to finding effective treatment options, managing the return to work after baby, and supporting your partner through the transition—we cover the topics that matter most to new and expecting mothers in Austin and beyond.
Each article combines clinical expertise with compassionate understanding, offering you both the science-backed information and the emotional validation you deserve. Whether you're researching therapy options for prenatal depression, learning how to support your partner during postpartum recovery, or seeking strategies to manage anxiety while caring for your newborn, you'll find actionable guidance rooted in the latest research and real-world experience.
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Having scary, intrusive thoughts about your baby? Learn why this happens, what it means, and how postpartum OCD is treated. You're not alone.
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Nervous about your first therapy session? Learn exactly what happens in postpartum depression therapy, from the first appointment to feeling better.
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How to Talk to Your Partner About Postpartum Struggles You're standing in the kitchen at midnight, crying over spilled breast milk, and your partner asks,...
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Therapy Modalities for Postpartum Mental Health: CBT, IPT, and Beyond Your doctor just told you that you have postpartum depression or anxiety. "You should...
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Why Postpartum Support Groups Work (And How to Find One) You're sitting alone at 2 AM, scrolling through Instagram while feeding your baby. Everyone else s...
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Burnout isn’t just being tired—it’s a deep depletion of body and mind. Recovery takes time, but with small, intentional steps you can restore your energy and reconnect with what matters most.
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