ROSE Program (Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials for new mothers)
Having a baby is one of the biggest changes a woman can possibly go through. One in seven mothers suffers from postpartum depression, but for low-income women, the rate is more than twice as high. Ardent Solutions and the Early Childhood Development and Education Coalition are committed to helping pregnant moms gain skills, and provide information and resources that can lower the risk of postpartum depression as they navigate their new role as a mother.
According to the Mayo Clinic, 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. Most new moms experience 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.
But some new moms experience a more severe, long-lasting form of depression known as postpartum depression. Rarely, an extreme mood disorder called postpartum psychosis also may develop after childbirth. 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 help you bond with your baby.
The ROSE Program (Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials for new mothers), is an evidence-based program provided for FREE through six 90-minute sessions. The ROSE Program teaches pregnant women to recognize the signs of depression and how to reduce stress by seeking social support, finding a network of friends and family members, and knowing where to go for help.
To learn more, make a referral, or sign up for our next ROSE Program, contact Robin Fuller at 585-648-6022.
According to the Mayo Clinic, 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. Most new moms experience 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.
But some new moms experience a more severe, long-lasting form of depression known as postpartum depression. Rarely, an extreme mood disorder called postpartum psychosis also may develop after childbirth. 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 help you bond with your baby.
The ROSE Program (Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials for new mothers), is an evidence-based program provided for FREE through six 90-minute sessions. The ROSE Program teaches pregnant women to recognize the signs of depression and how to reduce stress by seeking social support, finding a network of friends and family members, and knowing where to go for help.
To learn more, make a referral, or sign up for our next ROSE Program, contact Robin Fuller at 585-648-6022.
