Pregnancy & Post-Partum Psychiatry

Specialized Psychiatry for Women's Health

Women who regularly take psychiatric medications may have specialized needs during pregnancy and in the post-partum months.

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We have a team of clinical nurse specialists and psychiatric nurse practitioners in our Newton offices who provide expert guidance and take a personalized approach as they educate women about their options regarding psychiatric medication during and after pregnancy.

Our women’s health team has a special interest in working with women who are seeking help related to:

Managing medications for anxiety and/or depression while pregnant
Post-partum mood disorders
Post-partum anxiety disorders
Sleep disturbances related to pregnancy and/or the post-partum transition
Navigating the transition into motherhood
Body image disturbances during and after pregnancy
Concentration/inability to focus

To learn more, please fill out our quick online form or call us at (781) 551-0999. Pregnancy and Post-Partum Psychiatry services are available in our Newton-Wellesley and Newton-Watertown offices, and when appropriate, available via our secure TelePsych video-conferencing system.

To download a free brochure about post-partum depression from the National Institute of Mental Health, CLICK HERE.