Breastfeeding can be hard, especially for new mothers.
SouthCoast Health’s Nurse Practitioner Lactation Specialist Haley Dickerson aims to help guide mothers who are considering breastfeeding. Dickerson answers a few of the questions here commonly asked in her office including: why is breastfeeding so important; what’s the process for new moms to get started breastfeeding; what are some of the biggest challenges new mothers face.
At these appointments counselor will typically discuss the basics of breastfeed, the importance of staying on a regular schedule to maintain a supply of breast milk, and give guidance on positioning, latching techniques, and ways to increase comfort for the mother.
“We have seen many new mothers on the verge of giving up breastfeeding,” said SouthCoast Health lactation specialist Alisha Bennett (pictured). “ But with the support of our breastfeeding specialists at SouthCoast Health, we are able to help the majority of these women successfully overcome the hurdles that come with breastfeeding.”
If you are a new mom looking for support or guidance on this issue, call SouthCoast Health at 912-691-3600 or request an appointment here.
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Up to 1 in 7 women experiences depression after her baby’s birth — making it one of the most common complications of pregnancy.
To raise awareness of postpartum depression and maternal mental health, the Climb out of the Darkness 2021 event in Savannah will be held Sat. June 26 2021 in Savannah’s Daffin Park. Held on or near the longest day of the year, this annual walk helps shine the most light on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) such as postpartum depression and anxiety.
All of the funds go to support and develop deserving projects and programs in communities around the world. The funds raised from this climb event will be used to support Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color, which promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of maternal health issues related to childbearing in the state of Georgia.
Climb Out of the Darkness Savannah walk
Daffin Park, Savannah
10AM-Noon Sat. June 26 2021
Learn more here.
Money raised is used to fund PSI Georgia Chapter, which promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of maternal health issues related to childbearing in the state of Georgia.
Free and open to the public
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In honor of Maternal Mental Health month, the Maternal Mental Health Collective will host a Mother’s Day community picnic at Forsyth Park.
You’re invited: Sun. May 9 2021, 10AM-noon. This gathering welcomes any and all Savannah-area mamas (including those who are pregnant).
Bring a picnic to the park for this free, fun, laidback outdoor meet-up. Stop by on your way to your Mother’s Day plans – or stay the whole time. Bring something to sit on, something to eat, and yourself just as you are. Cold beverages and lots of good company will be provided. You’re welcome to bring your kids and family with you, or not.
All moms deserve care, support, and social connection – and this pandemic year has been long and so isolating for many moms. Come on out to make new friends, relax in the springtime (at a safe, outdoor distance), and find your community. The group will gather in the grass near the bandshell and playground.
Please spread the word within your networks and let organizers know if you have any questions. Find more info here.
Developmental Therapy (DT) is a 50-minute intense skill building session for children that make work seem more like fun.
Schools and peer supports are fantastic for skill building. This can be enhanced with an individualized plan designed for your child’s specific needs. Developmental Therapy provides one-on-one attention focused on areas your child may struggle.
Children with these conditions can benefit from developmental therapy.
Learn the five areas of development that developmental therapy benefits here.
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Questions submitted by readers and answered by Dr. Ryan cover such topics as: at what age to start swim lessons; when to switch from crib to toddler bed; signs of dairy allergy in infants; when to call your pediatrician; signs of postpartum depression; at what age should your baby be sleeping through the night; how do you know if your baby is crying too much; what is ”purple crying” in babies and what to do about it; all the info you need on sterilizing baby bottles, nipples & pacifiers; plus more answers to your questions.
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Here’s a way new moms in the Savannah area can get the support they need: Nurture postpartum group, which will resume on Sat. March 20 2021 at 10AM and will run for 8 weeks. Due to the ongoing need for social distancing, the group will meet outdoors at Daffin Park in Savannah.
This supportive, non-judgmental group is for any mom seeking connection and community during baby’s first year. Come to meet other moms who are in it with you. The group will explore topics such as mothering during a pandemic, health and wellness, relationships, mood changes, bonding with your baby, body image, sexuality, and more. Babies 12 months and younger are welcome.
Nurture Community Support
Saturdays at 10AM
Daffin Park (near the playground off Waters Avenue), Savannah
March 20-May 8 2021
Suggested donation of $10 per meeting.
Nurture is designed to include and affirm all parenting experiences, including single and divorced parents, LGBTQ+ parents, and adoptive parents. Nurture will never discriminate or support bias based on race, culture, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or birth/parenting choices. Nurture offers peer and social support and is not intended as a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health treatment.
This service is available for anyone experiencing developmental delays or concerns.
Some areas addressed include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder.
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Low Country Counseling therapists offer four ways here on how to deal with this complicated time.
Be gentle with yourself. Being a human during the holidays and post holidays is hard, but it doesn’t have to be hopeless.
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Seeking guidance together can improve navigating stressors such as parenting, career and finances, extended family pressures, internal struggles, affairs, life transitions, and feeling disconnected from one another.
Marital and couples counseling can help strengthen partnerships, improve communication, ease tensions, heal wounds, promote bonding, and enhance intimacy.
If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for individuals, moms, couples, families, and teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions or to schedule an appointment. Help is available.
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People experiencing Substance Use Disorder can be high functioning at times during active use: parents, business owners, coworkers, siblings, students, etc.
Moving into recovery leads to a life that feels manageable and worth living. The ability to remain sober is a daily task requiring patience, coping skills, and loads of self-compassion and support from others.
Prioritizing needs on a daily basis can help increase the chance of achieving sobriety for that day.
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Therapy for children and tweens (ages 5-14) for mental health concerns surrounding anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and handling stressful emotions.
Other areas addressed in therapy include assertiveness skills, school support, parent/child bonding, peer and sibling relations, and social skills. Play therapy techniques are used to help younger children express themselves and develop age-appropriate tools for coping.
If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for individuals, moms, couples, families, and teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions or to schedule an appointment. Help is available.
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Debra Cone has focused her career on helping children thrive in body, mind, and spirit. She has worked with children experiencing developmental delays since 2007. Her passion is helping children in need of support and being with parents through that process.
Therapy targets anxiety, depression, ADHD, school support, emotional concerns, parent/child bonding, and social skills. Debra uses play therapy techniques to help younger children express themselves and develop age-appropriate tools for coping.
Developmental therapy is available for children (ages 2-12) experiencing developmental delays or concerns.
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The ability to regulate emotions in a way that feels manageable helps with daily coping and tasks, relationship stability, and a sense of positive well-being.
Mental health conditions, prolonged substance use, past or present trauma or abuse, and chronic stress interfere with emotion regulation. When this happens, the capacity to experience emotions can be diminished which leads to feeling “flat” or even depression. Or, our emotions could become intense or erratic.
If this sounds familiar, talk to a professional to help you understand what’s happening and how to cope.
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Congratulations to Low Country Counseling‘s Brandy Zinn, LPC, PMH-C for becoming a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional! Her certification required extensive training, testing, and dedication.
Brandy specializes in Maternal Mental Health at Low Country Counseling and loves working with hopeful, pregnant, and new moms.
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Janis Ellington provides Addiction Counseling on an individual basis and in group settings for adults @ Low Country Counseling in Savannah.
She offers support, education, and treatment for those seeking help for Substance Use and counseling for their loved ones. Janis is Low Country Counseling’s “go to” for Recovery Resources as she has treatment connections that reach nationwide for adults and adolescents. Janis possesses true compassion for those living with addiction and has a creative ability to identify and link to the best treatment approach. She wants to open doors and connect anyone wanting help with the right fit for their unique needs.
Learn more about Savannah therapist Janis Ellington here.
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According to the American Academy Pediatrics Journal, while many mothers initiate breastfeeding, only 29 percent of babies are breastfed during their first 12 months.
Breastfeeding can be hard, especially for new mothers. Pair that with the fact that it can often be difficult to find trusted information and medical professionals to aid in the process, it’s no wonder many moms turn to formula.
Demonstrating to children how to apologize provides them with a social skill that will last a lifetime.
Therapists @ Low Country Counseling in Savannah show how this can be done by teaching children how to identify the feelings of guilt and regret. These feelings can be used in a positive way.
Read Low Country Counseling’s four steps to a solid apology here.
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If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for Individuals, Moms, Couples, Families, and Teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions you need answered or to schedule an appointment. Help is available. You are not alone.
Codependency is a term that therapists use to describe the parallel progression for those who love someone experiencing addiction.
Therapists at Low Country Counseling in Savannah offer tips on what do if someone you love has addiction. Learn more here.
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Low Country Counseling in Savannah offers four new coping skills for relief from anxiety here.
As Low Country Counseling therapists point out: “Anxiety takes many forms: racing thoughts, dread, excessive worry, panic, and loss of sleep. For some, it can even manifest physically by impacting the GI tract. Once anxiety strikes, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless.”
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