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Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorder: Watch Jamie’s Story

Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorder: Watch Jamie’s Story

by Team Scary Mommy
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“The moment he was delivered, it was just the best moment. Meeting him was incredible. And then, from that point forward, was a nightmare,” said Jaime. She and her son experienced health complications after he was born. Jamie soon found herself in a constant state of uncontrollable panic. Then she went to the Motherhood Center, where she learned that perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are common, affecting as many as 1 in 5 mothers. It was her trust in her group and the support at the center that helped her heal.

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