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Mental Health, Wellness, Men's Health, Occupational Therapy Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht Mental Health, Wellness, Men's Health, Occupational Therapy Dr. Stephanie Liebrecht

PCOS and Naturopathic Medicine

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common menstrual related diagnosis in women of reproductive age. Typically symptoms first appear in adolescence, however some women begin to develop symptoms in their early to mid 20’s. Although PCOS is named after the presence of multiple cysts on the ovaries, it really is a collection of symptoms.

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Mental Health, Wellness, Men's Health, Bonding with Baby, Occupational Therapy Janelle Daku, MSc.O.T. Reg. SK Mental Health, Wellness, Men's Health, Bonding with Baby, Occupational Therapy Janelle Daku, MSc.O.T. Reg. SK

The non-birthing parent matters too!

The birthing parent is not the only one who is at risk of developing anxiety or depression related to pregnancy and childbirth. The non-birthing parent is also at risk of postpartum depression and anxiety. The stigma men experience if they struggle as a new parent is even higher than women. Traditionally men are viewed as strong and self-sacrificing. This makes reaching out for help even tougher. Janelle Daku provides fantastic suggestions on how Dad’s can bond with baby and be the involved parent he desires.

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Mental Health, Postpartum, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Mental Health, Postpartum, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Maternal Mental Health: Post-Partum Anxiety

Post-partum anxiety is defined by frequent, distressing fears. Some mothers describe worrying constantly about worst-case scenarios, seeing potential risks all around them. Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, PH.D., provides excellent information on the physical symptoms of post-partum anxiety, and the variety of ways to help a mom experiencing postpartum mood disorders.

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Welcome to GrowCo – Post-Partum Rehab

To all the mothers who have babies, are planning on having babies and who’s babies are grown up – we at HPW have something amazing in store for you. We have recently been working through a cohesive post-partum rehabilitation program for moms! We, as a team of healthcare professionals with a special interest in prenatal and perinatal care have always supported, encouraged and rehabilitated mothers navigating the 4th Trimester and beyond.

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Postpartum Health: How Prenatal Yoga Can Help Support The 4th Trimester

Dr. Madolyn Linka speaks on the importance of new mothers taking time for themselves and having a support team that not only supports baby, but supports new moms as they navigate the path into motherhood. Dr. Linka offers support to moms in our community through her prenatal yoga series that “helps mamas move through their pregnancy in a healthy and mindful way, but we also help create an environment for her to be able to have the tools to cope after childbirth”.

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Prenatal and Postpartum Care via Tele-health

We have integrated the world of tele-health into our practice to help connect and bring healthcare to the comfort of your home. Physiotherapist Lindsey Tasker Cole brings support to prenatal and postpartum mamas through tele-health and explains what you can expect from an online appointment.

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