Pregnancy and the postpartum period are transformative phases in a birthing person’s life, marked by both profound joy and significant emotional adjustments. These emotional changes are not solely attributed to external factors; the intricate dance of hormones within the body plays a crucial role in shaping a birthing person’s mental well-being during this journey. Today,Continue reading “The Role of Hormones in Perinatal Mental Health: Exploring Mood Shifts During Pregnancy and Postpartum”
Author Archives: Meg Duke, LCSW-S, ADHD-CCSP, LCDC
Baby Blues & Postpartum Depression
Welcoming a new life into the world is a monumental event filled with joy, love, and excitement. However, it’s essential to acknowledge that the postpartum period also brings about a range of emotions that may not always be positive. Two common emotional experiences that new birthing people often encounter are “Baby Blues” and Postpartum DepressionContinue reading “Baby Blues & Postpartum Depression”
Infertility Feels Invisible
Amplify! Blog Guest Writer – Monique Farook; Host of Infertility and Me podcast *Listen to Monique on The Perinatal Podcast – 043 Infertility and Me Podcast Crossover* Infertility is an invisible pain that affects countless individuals and couples globally, 1 in 6.Reflecting on my path to becoming a mom, I contemplate how my husband andContinue reading “Infertility Feels Invisible”
Unveiling the Armor: The Concealed Shame Within
Rounding out the 4 main topics of our LeakyCon panel regarding the lack of overt mental health discussion and intervention in the Wizarding World, we broached the question – Does Draco Malfoy have Narcissistic Personality Disorder (side note: You cannot diagnose a fictional character and certainly not someone you’re treating, but you know, for funzies)Continue reading “Unveiling the Armor: The Concealed Shame Within”
What you need to know about your pelvic floor and pregnancy
Amplify! Blog Guest Writer – Kelsey Beach, DPT, CMTPT; Owner of Encore Therapy *Stay tuned to The Perinatal Podcast – Dr. Beach will discuss this and more on a future episode!* Hey there, fellow mamas-to-be and anyone curious about the magical world of pregnancy! Today, let’s dive into a topic that might not be theContinue reading “What you need to know about your pelvic floor and pregnancy”
Navigating Complex Grief: Understanding and Healing
Grief is a natural response to loss, an emotional journey that we all experience at some point in our lives. It is a complex web of emotions that can be overwhelming, consuming, and sometimes even paralyzing. While most of us are familiar with the stages of grief, there is another facet of this process thatContinue reading “Navigating Complex Grief: Understanding and Healing”
Navigating the Depths of Low Self-Worth: Reclaiming Your Inner Strength
Here I am with another panel topic! I am most likely going to just discuss every one we shared, and what not? Let’s go! Low self-worth is a complex and challenging emotion that can affect every aspect of our lives. It’s a feeling of inadequacy or not measuring up to our own or others’ expectations.Continue reading “Navigating the Depths of Low Self-Worth: Reclaiming Your Inner Strength”
Welcome to the Amplify Wellness Blog!
Embarking on the journey of parenthood is a profound and transformative experience, and it’s not always an easy path to navigate. Welcome to the Amplify Wellness Blog, a safe haven for sharing stories, insights, and resources about the emotional roller coaster that is trying to conceive, pregnancy, the postpartum period and beyond. The joys andContinue reading “Welcome to the Amplify Wellness Blog!”
Navigating Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Success
This past weekend, I was delighted to discuss mental health in the Wizarding World at a Harry Potter convention with two beloved friends and professionals. In one section, we discussed Imposter Syndrome, and I felt it only fitting to share some of our points as they relate to Muggles! In a world where success isContinue reading “Navigating Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Success”
Language Matters
Language matters. Be kind to yourself. And others.
Amplify Wellness with Meg Duke 