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COVID Resources

Dealing with pregnancy stress, anxiety and depression is hard, but it's even harder if your carefully laid-out plans have been thrown a curve ball with a…
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Here's what you need to know about the at-home COVID tests sold on Amazon.
Yale Medicine experts address common health concerns related to self-quarantine and social distancing. Avoiding overeating, maintaining good sleep habits, and staying socially engaged are challenges many people are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yale Medicine providers offer advice on how to maintain healthy habits.  #covid19 #socialdistancing #self-quarantine #pregnantduringcovid19 #pregnancyanxiety #pregnantanddepressed
You aren't missing out on anything. Except maybe your dreams.

Advice + Facts

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This heroic mom is raising 12 children after her sister died from COVID-19 complications

How Other Parents Are Coping

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You might have pictured a busy mat leave filled with baby swim classes and mommy-and-me yoga meetups. But COVID-19 has forced us to readjust our expectations indefinitely. #babydevelopment #childdevelopment #toddlerdevelopment #covidbabies
6 tips to safely get back to the playground during the pandemic #summeractivities #kids #kidsactivities #pandemicsafety
Here's how to help kids understand why they should wear a mask in a non-scary way.

Kids + Covid

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For pregnant people, people about to give birth or new parents, 2020 proved to be particularly challenging. COVID-19 presented an extra set of unique challengeson top of the usual challenges faced when expecting a baby or becoming a parent. All these additional concerns + stressors can make a new mom more vulnerable to both prenatal and postpartum anxiety + depression. Recognizing that you are experiencing perinatal anxiety and depression is the first step to taking control of your recovery.
'According to research, the coronavirus is taking a huge toll on new and expecting mothers. It’s no surprise that levels of postpartum depression and anxiety – previously impacting one in seven women – have been on the rise since March of this year. Fortunately, many organizations are here to help. Here are 7 expert tips for surviving pregnancy and new motherhood during the pandemic.' #yourenotalone #postpartumdepression #postpartumanxiety #maternalmentalhealth #momstruggles #momconfessions
Recognizing novelty of situation is key, says author and podcast host

Mental Health + Covid

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Mamas, we see your dreams and plans turned upside down – cancelled baby showers, no visits from friends, no loving family members bringing a casserole to sit down together for dinner, no coffee dates, no “Mommy and Me” yoga. We see you struggling with feelings of isolation and overwhelm. The days are long with no one to share them except perhaps one other adult and your kids.  You were never meant to do this alone. That's why we compiled these resources for you. #kids #baby #pregnant #mommy #mom
What is one easy way you can incorporate self-care this weekend for both you and baby? If you're struggling to come up with ideas, I have a free printable with activities you can do even during quarantine! You can get a copy here 👉  #mentalhealth #prenatalmentalhealth #momstress #momlife #momblog #momcommunity #motherhoodunplugged #honestmotherhood
We have heard that many women are struggling with mental health issues during this pregnancy. This is an understandably stressful time to be pregnant. We have found some resources that might be helpful. You deserve good obstetrical and mental health care and we will continue to advocate for you!  Read on for a list of resources!   #pregnant #covid19 #canadianhealthcare #pregnancyhealthcare #momhealth

Online Resources

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Plus, an explainer on how the body's immune system works. #covid19 #covidbaby #covidpregnancy #pregnancy
Being pregnant and delivering a baby during the COVID pandemic looks a little different than pre-pandemic times. Here are some tips for what to know before you go to the hospital.
Being pregnant and delivering a baby during the COVID pandemic looks a little different than pre-pandemic times. Here are some tips for what to know before you go to the hospital.

Pregnancy + Birth

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With Mother’s Day coming up this weekend we wanted to pause and say a big thank you to all our essential workers - whether you or your partner work at a grocery store, a pharmacy, at a hospital... any job that is keeping you and your partner or kids apart through physical distancing... we see you. We see how hard you work to protect us all and we see the emotional struggle this may be presenting. Thank you. For those of you who are pregnant and for those who have kids and running around already,
Co-Parenting During COVID-19: 7 Tips For Navigating Custody Agreements - The COVID-19 crisis can make co-parenting more difficult for divorced parents with custody agreements. Here's how to navigate some common scenarios.
Quarantine can be tough for kids and for parents alike. Partner relationships in particular can take an emotional hit. That's why we wrote 10 tips for   romance alive while parenting to help improve your emotional wellness. Many of these tips can also apply even while in quarantine - check it out by following the link! We also love this graphic by @Moomsymilk <3

Relationships + Covid

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Addressing the hidden mental health hurdles faced by BIPOC mothers Massachusetts General Hospital, Social Emotional Development, American Academy Of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Psychology Today, Health Challenge, Reading Resources
Addressing the hidden mental health hurdles faced by BIPOC mothers
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
This heroic mom is raising 12 children after her sister died from COVID-19 complications 35th Birthday, Viral Trend, Good Morning America, Niece And Nephew, Single Mothers, Grieve, Im Trying, Our Kids
This heroic mom is raising 12 children after her sister died from COVID-19 complications
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
A viral campaign #ButNotMaternity is raising awareness about the devastating effects of facing maternity appointments and labour alone due to Covid restrictions 20 Week Scan, Doula Training, Birth Partner, Third Pregnancy, Antenatal, Birth Center, Birth Labor, Midwifery
A viral campaign #ButNotMaternity is raising awareness about the devastating effects of facing maternity appointments and labour alone due to Covid restrictions
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
For pregnant people, people about to give birth or new parents, 2020 proved to be particularly challenging. COVID-19 presented an extra set of unique challengeson top of the usual challenges faced when expecting a baby or becoming a parent. All these additional concerns + stressors can make a new mom more vulnerable to both prenatal and postpartum anxiety + depression. Recognizing that you are experiencing perinatal anxiety and depression is the first step to taking control of your recovery. New Parents, New Moms, Postpartum Anxiety, Expecting Baby, People People, Prenatal, Stress And Anxiety
For pregnant people, people about to give birth or new parents, 2020 proved to be particularly challenging. COVID-19 presented an extra set of unique challengeson top of the usual challenges faced when expecting a baby or becoming a parent. All these additional concerns + stressors can make a new mom more vulnerable to both prenatal and postpartum anxiety + depression. Recognizing that you are experiencing perinatal anxiety and depression is the first step to taking control of your recovery.
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
Dr. Dawn Kingston | HOPE Mental Health 4 Women
Here's what you need to know about the at-home COVID tests sold on Amazon. False Positive, Make Millions, Positive Results, Healthline, How To Stay Awake, Fda, How To Plan, Amazon
Here's what you need to know about the at-home COVID tests sold on Amazon.
Plus, an explainer on how the body's immune system works. #covid19 #covidbaby #covidpregnancy #pregnancy Coto Umbilical, Etat Civil, Vaccines Work, Injury Lawyer, Placenta, Baby Swings, Baby Born, Baby Health
Plus, an explainer on how the body's immune system works. #covid19 #covidbaby #covidpregnancy #pregnancy
'According to research, the coronavirus is taking a huge toll on new and expecting mothers. It’s no surprise that levels of postpartum depression and anxiety – previously impacting one in seven women – have been on the rise since March of this year. Fortunately, many organizations are here to help. Here are 7 expert tips for surviving pregnancy and new motherhood during the pandemic.' #yourenotalone #postpartumdepression #postpartumanxiety #maternalmentalhealth #momstruggles #momconfessions Postpartum Depression, Health Planning, Mental Health Illnesses, Suffering In Silence, Real Moms, Chronic Condition, Online Support
'According to research, the coronavirus is taking a huge toll on new and expecting mothers. It’s no surprise that levels of postpartum depression and anxiety – previously impacting one in seven women – have been on the rise since March of this year. Fortunately, many organizations are here to help. Here are 7 expert tips for surviving pregnancy and new motherhood during the pandemic.' #yourenotalone #postpartumdepression #postpartumanxiety #maternalmentalhealth #momstruggles #momconfessions