Postpartum Depression

Pharmacologic Treatment of Postpartum Depression: What Happens in the Real World?

New data reveal that while most women with postpartum depression start antidepressant treatment, many discontinue treatment early—highlighting persistent gaps in postpartum care.

By |2026-04-13T09:58:21-04:00April 14th, 2026|Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Treatment|Comments Off on Pharmacologic Treatment of Postpartum Depression: What Happens in the Real World?

Rapid Symptom Relief in Postpartum Psychosis with Brexanolone

An open-label pilot study suggests that intravenous brexanolone may rapidly reduce psychotic, manic, and depressive symptoms in patients with postpartum psychosis, highlighting a potential new treatment option.

By |2026-04-01T06:32:10-04:00March 31st, 2026|Antidepressants, Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychosis, Treatment|Comments Off on Rapid Symptom Relief in Postpartum Psychosis with Brexanolone

Sleep Problems During Pregnancy: Screening and Opportunities for Intervention

Early identification and treatment of maternal sleep problems during pregnancy may lower the risk for postpartum depression and improve both maternal and infant sleep outcomes.

By |2026-02-14T13:57:28-04:00February 24th, 2026|Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Prevention, Psychiatric Disorders During Pregnancy|Comments Off on Sleep Problems During Pregnancy: Screening and Opportunities for Intervention

Task-Sharing: A Behavioral Activation Intervention for Perinatal Depression Could Expand Access to Care

Behavioral activation intervention, whether delivered by specialists or non-specialists, was effective for the treatment of perinatal depression and anxiety.

By |2026-01-11T12:02:34-04:00November 18th, 2025|Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Treatment|Comments Off on Task-Sharing: A Behavioral Activation Intervention for Perinatal Depression Could Expand Access to Care

Zuranolone and Breastfeeding: Emerging Data and Clinical Implications

Treatment with zuranolone, a novel oral antidepressant for postpartum depression, raises important questions for breastfeeding individuals. While recent studies show minimal transfer into breast milk, we do not yet have enough information to recommend breastfeeding while taking zuranolone.

By |2025-10-09T10:59:51-04:00August 13th, 2025|Breastfeeding & Medications, Postpartum Depression|Comments Off on Zuranolone and Breastfeeding: Emerging Data and Clinical Implications
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