Learning Lab: Post-Partum Depression

Saturday, November 19th 10am-12pm
​Post-partum depression is a very common experience for mothers and should be talked about a lot more in society. The birth of a baby can trigger a jumble of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. But it can also result in something you might not expect — depression. Join us and learn from somatic psychotherapist Alexis Azzam, MFT.

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​Many new moms experience the "postpartum baby blues" after childbirth, which commonly include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety and difficulty sleeping. Baby blues typically begin within the first two to three days after delivery, and may last for up to two weeks.

Postpartum depression isn't a character flaw or a weakness. Sometimes it's simply a complication of giving birth. If you have postpartum depression, prompt treatment can help you manage your symptoms — and enjoy your baby. We want to encourage our community to have discussions about how to support one another during parenthood.
 
Speaker Bio:
Alexis Azzam, MFT is a licensed somatic psychotherapist and certified child and family yoga teacher. She has worked with families and individuals for over 10 years and specializes in working with teens, young adults, and adults as they navigate life transitions and the emotions therein. Alexis’ work is based in the philosophy that we are an interconnected being of mind, heart, and body and she believes that healing requires attending to all three. She is also trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Perinatal Psychotherapy and she uses tools from all of these modalities to meet her clients’ needs. Providing reflective support and structure to the growth of her clients, Alexis is committed to being present and empathic. A balance of nurturance and respectful challenge characterize her approach. She also finds that playfulness helps remind us of the joy that we are ultimately seeking, while bringing a welcome lightness.