We have given you the rundown of the new technology options to support you. Though if you are like me, reading a book about something makes you feel infinitely more productive and put together. In true Oprah fashion, I have compiled a reading list of books about PND and others experiences with it.
- This Isn’t What I Expected: Overcoming Postpartum Depression by Karen Kleiman and Valerie Davis Raskin | 4.13 stars on goodreads
This book provides both education and self-help approach to talking about PND. The authors look into debunking the myths and stigmas surrounding PND, as well as acting as a support guide for sufferers mothers. A perfect read for people in need of some solid advice as well as an understanding into the psychology behind PND.
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- Down Came the Rain: My Journey Through Postpartum Depression by Brooke Shields | 3.67 stars on goodreads
Brooke Shields, an international supermodel provides a deeply moving and open reflection on her experience with PND. It is a raw expression of the realities of how PND can effect your life and connection with your child and your family. Shields provides the perspective of a suffering mother that is needed in the discourse of PND.
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- The Postpartum Husband: Practical Solutions for Living with Postpartum Depression by Karen Kleiman | 3.74 stars on goodreads
Often forgotten in the discourse of PND is fathers, this book is handy guide for fathers and mothers alike in managing PND. It provides realistic solutions that can be used for recovery, unlike many other books in this genre.
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– C.L.
Not Just Baby Blues 