Dr. Ellen Kolomeyer

When you imagine pregnancy, labor & delivery, and your first hours, days, and weeks with your new baby, certain desires and expectations come to mind. For many people, those dreams not only do not come true, but instead they are faced with unimaginable difficulties and traumas that cause lasting, devastating impact.   If you endured severe …

A panic attack is a terrifying experience, whether it is your first one ever or you have experienced multiple panic attacks in your life. It may only last minutes but feels like it’s hours or like it’ll never end. If you think you had a panic attack, read on for a short self-check of other …

Scary, unusual thoughts can feel like some of the most taboo secrets tell anyone, especially when they are about something terrible happening to your baby. Yet, people in the perinatal period – in other words, people who are pregnant, people who have recently given birth, and any new parents and supporting partners – are at …

As many as 20% of all new parents (that includes those who give birth and those who don’t) experience anxiety during pregnancy and postpartum. Anxiety can look different for everyone. Sometimes it may feel like all you do is worry about your baby’s health and safety to the point that it robs you of everyday …