Pregnancy and Postpartum 

 Pregnancy used to be considered a "protective factor" for mental health but now we realize it's a very vulnerable time in which many people struggle. 

It was believed that no medications were safe during a pregnancy. However, research shows that if the mother is distressed during her pregnancy, there are significant impacts on the fetus.  Studies show that when diagnosed and treated appropriately, medications can improve maternal-fetal outcomes. 

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What Connections Psychiatry Offers

• Thorough diagnosis practices. The first step is knowing. Then we can take a confident step towards treatment. 

• Knowledge on safe and appropriate medications to stay on or start during your pregnancy and postpartum time

• Shared decision making to recommend measures that align with your values

• Expertise on deprescribing or coming off of any medications that don't serve you

• Complementary and integrative treatment knowledge and recommendations