For Women with Bipolar Disorder: Sleep Disruption May Increase Risk of Postpartum Psychosis
Emerging data suggest that severe sleep loss around labor and delivery may mediate the link between bipolar disorder and postpartum psychosis, offering new targets for prevention.
Fact Sheet: Valproic Acid (Depakote) and Pregnancy
Using valproic acid (Depakote) during pregnancy raises important safety concerns, including increased risks of congenital malformations and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Clinical Update 2026: Z-Drugs and Pregnancy
Recent studies find no increase in the risk of major malformations with first-trimester Z-drug exposure, although small increases in risk of preterm birth and low birth weight have been reported.
Group Prenatal Care: A Promising Approach Supporting Maternal Mental Health
Prenatal group care models like CenteringPregnancy and Pregnancy Circles may improve maternal mental health, reduce isolation, and enhance social support.
Giving Postpartum Psychosis a Place in the DSM May Be a Step in the Right Direction, But Not Enough
Including postpartum psychosis in the DSM may help improve awareness, but it is only the first step in ensuring timely recognition and effective care.
Postpartum Bipolar Disorder: Similar, But Not the Same?
Postpartum bipolar disorder appears to have a somewhat distinct clinical profile in terms of timing and symptom pattern, but current evidence suggests it is better conceptualized as a subtype of bipolar disorder rather than a fully separate diagnostic entity.