While parenthood might come easy for some, it can be a difficult transition for many adults.

Learn about how to identify signs of common mental health issues in yourself, your partner, or loved one, and when to seek help. From postpartum depression and anxiety to fatigue and attachment issues, Clara Lora-Ospina, PsyD, licensed clinical psychologist at Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital, will be on hand to discuss a variety of topics and answer your questions.

Parental Guidance (PG) is a virtual initiative hosted by UHealth Jackson Children’s Care and Miami Mom Collective. It brings together educational information and family‑friendly resources through health experts to help expert parents produce epic kids.

2:22- What is the difference between baby blues and postnatal depression?

6:10- What is normal anxiety vs. problematic anxiety as a new parent?

10:22- What happens to our bodies postpartum?

13:43- How to handle unsolicited advice?

17:08- Is it normal to feel guilty for longing for what life was like before the baby?

21:32- How can I manage the feelings of shame if the labor and delivery don’t go as planned?

25:52- What happens when everyone goes back to their normal lives?

31:15- How might having a baby affect my relationship with my partner?

35:03- How might having a baby affect how I function at work?

37:54- How can I make time for a baby in the family?

39:55- How can new parents manage overwhelm and burnout?

44:12- When can I get back to my regular routines? Exercise?

46:52- Am I supposed to be able to do it all on my own?

50:05- What should I do if breastfeeding is difficult?

51:16- Advice regarding intimacy as a new parent?

52:44- How can we deal with clashing parenting styles?

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