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Dates
Saturday 10/26/2024 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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$150.00 The Transition to Motherhood - Oct 2024
Becoming a mother is a profoundly transformative experience. It can be
simultaneously thrilling and nerve wracking to welcome a baby into your
family. Conversations with expecting first-time moms tend to focus on
how to take care of babies – from sleep schedules to registry products
to pediatrician visits. These conversations are critical. What is often
omitted, however, are open and honest discussions about how to take care
of moms and the challenges inherent in transitioning to motherhood.
Tired and struggling new moms can feel isolated, overwhelmed, and even
ashamed that they are doing something wrong, when in reality, many of
these struggles are universal. Discussing the transition to motherhood
before baby’s arrival can help expecting moms mentally prepare for the
triumphs and challenges ahead.
In this workshop, we will debunk the
common myths of early motherhood, connect over the anticipation of your
baby’s upcoming arrival, discuss tips for navigating family dynamics in
the postpartum phase, and learn how to recognize postpartum mood
disorders. Run by Dr. Emily Danon, a licensed clinical psychologist
specializing in reproductive mental health, this workshop aims to
empower pregnant women by giving them the tools and language needed to
better prepare for the transition to motherhood.
Emily Danon
Dr. Emily Danon is a licensed clinical psychologist in Bethesda, MD
specializing in reproductive mental health. She is especially passionate
about helping new parents prepare for the transition to parenthood. Dr.
Danon received her doctorate in clinical psychology from The George
Washington University and her BA in psychology from Cornell University.
She has worked in hospitals, schools, community clinics, and private
practice, providing psychotherapy, psychological assessments, and
clinical supervision. Dr. Danon is a professional member of Postpartum
Support International (PSI) and has completed trainings with PSI, the
Seleni Institute, and The Postpartum Stress Center.