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Although antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are recommended for the treatment of postpartum depression (PPD), many women do not seek or take antidepressants to treat PPD. While we have data supporting the efficacy of SSRIs and the SNRI, venlafaxine, for the treatment of postpartum depression, we have no data on long-term maternal and child outcomes after SSRI treatment of PPD. Based on data in adult populations not treated with antidepressants except postpartum, we would expect to see improvements in functioning in mothers treated with antidepressants. Does Maternal Antidepressant Treatment Improve Child Outcomes? Using longitudinal data from the Norwegian…

This blog contains affiliate links. I will make a commission if you purchase anything by clicking on my links.Mother’s Day Gift GuideMother’s Day is a day to show extra appreciation and spend time with your mom, whether it’s a mother or a mother figure, it’s their special day. There are many ways to make their day special, depending on the person and their preferences. It can be difficult to determine a way to make it special and know how to create a special moment. The first thing I want you to do is pick up that phone and tell them…

2022 surveillance data show that STDs should be a top public health priority. Over 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis reported in the U.S. Syphilis among newborns increased 183% since 2018. #STIreport#ISpeakSexHealth Image download 2022 surveillance data show that STDs should be a top public health priority. Over 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis reported in the U.S. Syphilis among newborns increased 183% since 2018. #STIreport#ISpeakSexHealth Image download #STD they are common in all sectors, but certain racial and ethnic groups are hit particularly hard. Systemic racism is a health crisis! We must work collectively to…

As a new parent, I could rarely resist the opportunity to turn any occasion into an impromptu photo shoot. Easter, Valentine’s Day, Christmas – no holiday was safe from dressing my little boy in an adorable outfit with a matching background and looking back, I’m so glad I did. Whether you opt for professional photos or go the DIY photography route, St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, which means it’s time to break out the photo props and take some great photos of your cute little leprechaun! havenmica mimi on Pinterest1. Magical landmarkIf you like the idea of…

What is health? How do you define it? The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. Personally, I think this is a tall order for most, which is a discussion for another day, but no matter how you define “health,” it is not a destination with a finish line. This is both because your health status fluctuates over time and because you cannot protect yourself from disease. No, Health is a journey, a partnership between you, your body and mind, and sometimes your…

An international study of COVID-19 in pregnancy, which included the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, found that newborns of mothers who had been vaccinated with a booster shot had a lower risk of contracting COVID-19 compared to those of unvaccinated mothers. Babies of booster-vaccinated mothers also had the lowest rates of preterm birth, respiratory distress syndrome, and days in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Newborns of unvaccinated mothers, however, died twice as often as those of vaccinated mothers. The study was conducted when Omicron was the variant of concern. The findings were published in American…

On Veterans Day, we took time to honor the contributions of those who have served. Throughout our nation’s history, millions of Americans have answered the call to uniformed service and often continue to lead their communities when out of uniform. Each year, approximately 200,000 men and women transition from active duty and return to civilian life. This adjustment requires veterans and their families to reorient their lives in many areas, including employment, finances, housing, social support, and health. Life transitions are inherently stressful for all of us. They produce changes in relationships and support networks and challenge our identities and…

Tired eyes can kill your look You are a man who tries to get rid of puffy eyes or dark circles? If so, you wouldn’t be alone. The truth is that wide eyes make your face look old, tired and unattractive. If left unchecked, the circles can grow, killing your self-esteem in the process. I will never forget the time a friend said to me, “Are you getting enough rest mate? It looks like there are half moons under your eyes.” Although his comments were meant as a joke, they spoke to a larger truth – my bags were out…

Amazing, rejuvenating and an absolute miracle — Retinol is now available in beauty products for people to use with their freedom. Retinol is one of the most magical skin care ingredients you will ever come across. This miracle ingredient is now being incorporated into various beauty products, making it easy for people to use it at their own freedom. So, no more prescriptions or trips to the dermatologist – reaping the benefits of retinol is now in your hands! Hello, Retinol Derived from vitamin A, this powerful ingredient is packed into miracle retinol moisturizers to rid your skin of dark…

By Emen8, updated 2 years ago at Health / Sexual health Yes, pelvic floor exercises for men are a thing and yes, you should do them! There isn’t really much discussion about the pelvic floor muscles in cisgender men – not until we get older and they start causing problems. But your pelvic floor supports all that fun biology in your pelvis, including the parts you use for sex. A weak pelvic floor can cause all sorts of troubling symptoms in men of any age, and the causes in younger men are – ironically enough – often things we do…