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The Mother-to-Mother Postpartum Depression Support Book [Paperback]

Sandra Poulin
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Book Description

March 7, 2006
“I thought I was the only one...”

After she gave birth to a bouncing baby girl, Sandra Poulin felt like crying. And she did—for months. But they weren’t happy tears—Sandra felt worthless, could hardly sleep, and had thoughts of death. Like too many mothers around the world, Sandra had no idea that this common but baffling condition had a name: Postpartum Depression...

“Shouldn’t this be the happiest time of my life?”

What kind of mother, some might wonder, could feel depressed after having been so richly blessed with a baby? The answer: every kind, women from all walks of life, from all over the world, younger and older. And here, in a unique collection, are their stories of battles with PPD, with intimate details about the symptoms, the struggles, and the strategies that helped them emerge victorious.

Written by mothers, for mothers, this collection is an uplifting, enlightening—and perhaps even lifesaving—book.


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About the Author

Sandra Poulin has suffered from postpartum depression and, after her recovery seven years ago, started her mission to help women everywhere. She is a marketing specialist for a radio station.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Berkley Trade (March 7, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0425208087
  • ISBN-13: 978-0425208083
  • Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #60,757 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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I picked up this book and finished it in one day! Kathy E.  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential to recovery July 16, 2006
By J. Veit
Format:Paperback
This book has been essential to my recovery from postpartum depression (PPD). Hearing from doctors and friends that I'd be OK was one thing; hearing it from real women who've been through the darkness and back was quite another, and had much more impact. I was amazed what a kickstart this book gave to my recovery, and I hope every women grappling with PPD has the opportunity to read it.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great help to my daughter September 2, 2006
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
My daughter just delivered a healthy 8 lb 6 oz boy but was not able to enjoy him at all. As a matter of fact, she said to me "I got angry when I realized I couldn't send him back". She had a pretty tough first pregnancy, endured 5 months of bed rest, developed HELLP syndrome which caused an emergency C-section and two days later ended up back in the hospital with an intestinal infection. Who could blame her for being overwhelmed, unhappy and unsure about having had this baby.

I researched books on the internet and came across this one which had been written by someone who had gone through many similar feelings along with others who had experienced

post-partum depression in one manner or another.

I gave it to her upon my arrival in town as she welcomed me in tears. It broke my heart to see her that way. She read it from cover to cover that day and it helped her to understand that others had gone through this and that it was not her fault. She was fortunate and because it was recognized so early, she began taking medication right away. It took her a few weeks but she is now able to cope and is feeling a hundred times better. This morning on the phone she told me that she had just read him a story and to hold on so I could talk to my wonderful grandson.

Thank you so much for this book. It truly helped more than any words she heard from many well-meaning friends.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Every struggling postpartum mom should have this book August 11, 2006
Format:Paperback
This book contains the stories of dozens of women who have traveled the road through PPD and back and lived to tell the tale. Having suffered myself from postpartum depression and anxiety in the past, the book inspired me to write down my own story, which has helped me put closure on that painful time.

I wish I had this book when I was suffering myself. I see myself reflected in so many of the stories, and the fact that these women have put their illness behind them would have helped me to have hope, which is so difficult to maintain when you are depressed. So many moms feel alone and isolated with PPD, and don't even have a name for their condition, often until years later. Hopefully this book will shed some light on this misunderstood and under-diagnosed illness, so that more women can get the support and treatment they need.

Sandra, your book is an incredible gift to both the women you tell their stories in it, and the women who will read it and receive comfort. Thank you.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!!
Great book !! Moms buy this book its great !! Wonderful book to support us mamas going through the post pardum period
Published 3 months ago by Sonjacap
4.0 out of 5 stars REALLY GOOD READ
It gave me a good understanding that I wasn't alone...and it's nice to relate to people that completely understand what u are going through. Read more
Published 4 months ago by shawna
5.0 out of 5 stars A Helping Hand
This book help put words to the things I had been feeling but could not explain. It helped validate the fact that I would get through as so many others had and that I am in fact a... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Meagan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great support for postpartum depression moms
This book is amazing. It provides real stories of women who have overcome depression after a birth. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Sorayalu
5.0 out of 5 stars Depression
The stories are inspirational and it helped me feel at ease because It reveal to me that I am not alone. This book became my friend at need.
Published on April 21, 2011 by Maria
5.0 out of 5 stars This book was extremely helpful!
After the birth of my twins, postpartum quickly set in and I was not able to function. I had panic attacks, couldn't sleep, didn't eat, and had trouble bonding with my babies. Read more
Published on February 9, 2011 by Double Trouble
2.0 out of 5 stars Christian book in disguise
I can sum this book up really easily: lots of women get PPD. Take medication, grasp at any and all support sources (your own parents and husband, especially), and accept Jesus as... Read more
Published on September 16, 2009 by E. Levin
4.0 out of 5 stars ARRIVED VERY QUICKLY
I did not read the book as I bought it for my daughter. But evaluating my order. The book came in record time. Wayyyy before the estimated arrival time I was given. Read more
Published on August 22, 2009 by Debra A. Mcnallie
5.0 out of 5 stars helpful
Was just really nice to know that there are people going through the same thing as I am and that they made it through it okay.
Published on August 3, 2009 by rhane4x4
5.0 out of 5 stars great read
i read this book while i was going through ppd, it was not an easy read , i found myself putting the book down and having a little cry every once in a while since some of the... Read more
Published on July 27, 2009 by hajeh
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