Depression is a surprisingly common illness which affects how we think, feel and act. Around 6% of all women are likely to experience depression during their lives at some point, but the number increases to 10% in pregnant women. Women have a greater risk of depression during pregnancy due to the hormonal changes that affect […]
According to the American Pregnancy Association, approximately seven million American women suffer from eating disorders each year, with prevalence peaking during childbearing years. Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa can put a halt to menstrual periods and present fertility challenges for couples hoping to conceive — but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to get pregnant while […]
Most people will be familiar with the term “anorexia”, however, there is now another term that you’re more likely to hear – “pregorexia”. So, what does this new term for an eating disorder mean? Pregnant women who experience anorexia-like symptoms are said to be suffering from pregorexia. Women suffering from this disorder experience an extreme […]
For anyone suffering from eating disorders, pregnancy can be a troubling time for a wide variety of reasons. The body goes through a lot of changes in those nine months and knowing what to expect and getting the right help to cope with those changes is essential. Pregnancy is a time in a woman’s life […]