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There are two ways you can take part in Mothers and Babies. First, you might be able to receive Mothers and Babies from an agency or organization near you that uses the Mothers and Babies program. For example, there are many home visiting that use Mothers and Babies. We have information below on how you might be able to find a program near you that uses Mothers and Babies. The other way you can take part in Mothers and Babies is to use the materials found on this website on your own. We have worksheets for use and tips on how to manage stress. You may even want to encourage someone else who is pregnant or has a new child to use the materials together.
Home Visiting and the Mothers and Babies Program:
Right now, there are many home visiting programs across the United States that are using Mothers and Babies as a way to help pregnant women and new mothers manage stress in their lives. Home visiting (HV) programs serve over 500,000 pregnant women and new mothers across the United States, with this number continuing to grow every year.
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No, several types of agencies may be using Mothers and Babies. For example, prenatal care clinics, WIC clinics, and Headstart programs all use Mothers and Babies. You may want to talk to the agency you are receiving services from about whether they are interested in using Mothers and Babies.
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During the course, moms learn:
Psychoeducation is a type of psychosocial treatment that teaches individuals about their mental health and treatments. As it relates to the Mothers and Babies curriculum, we emphasize understanding core CBT concepts (pleasant activities, thoughts, contact with others) and how these concepts relate to one’s mood.
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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) explores relationships among a person's thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Click here for more information.
Attachment theory focuses on role that early relationships play in child development, mainly the mother and baby/child relationship.
No, there are many programs around the United States that are using Mothers and Babies. We are always interested in expanding to other cities, counties, and states so please encourage the agencies around you to contact us.
Depression during and after pregnancy is the most common complication associated with pregnancy and childbirth, with higher prevalence rates than gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, preterm labor, or hypertension.
Approximately 10-15% of women will experience postpartum depression. These percentages are higher for women facing poverty. An additional 40-50% of low-income women are estimated to have elevated depressive symptoms, and therefore are at risk for developing postpartum depression.
Depression during pregnancy is called antepartum or prenatal depression, and depression after pregnancy is called postpartum depression.
Common Mood Problems
Common Mood Problems - Spanish
Additional Information on PPD
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