Originally published as "Five Strategies I Use to Beat Postpartum Depression and Anxiety" in Her View From Home. My hands were shaking as I dialed the number to my doctor’s office. I held the phone to my ear and sat down as I listened to the line ring. My heart was pounding as the receptionist answered,... Continue Reading →

The words “depression” and “mental illness” have too long been linked to a certain stigma or shame. Although in recent years there has been a push to bring awareness to the complexities of mental health (with many celebrities and writers sharing their own personal battles), it is still widely misunderstood by society. These misinterpretations can... Continue Reading →