Postpartum Trauma

If you or someone you know have been experiencing these symptoms, reach out today to schedule an evaluation. These thoughts can be very overwhelming and it is important to know that you are not alone.

Symptoms of postpartum PTSD may include:

Intrusive re-experiencing of a past traumatic event (which in this case may have been the childbirth itself)

Flashbacks or nightmares

Avoidance of stimuli associated with the event, including thoughts, feelings, people, places and details of the event

Persistent increased arousal (irritability, difficulty sleeping, hypervigilance, exaggerated startle response)

Anxiety and panic attacks

Feeling a sense of unreality and detachment

These symptoms can be distressing, but with a combination of medication and therapy symptoms can be minimized or alleviated all together

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