Breastfeeding and the ability to bond more easily with your baby have very positive aspects for your mental health. There are helpful classifications to consider when determining if a medication is safe or compatible with breastfeeding.
Since the introduction of second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs), their prescription has increased significantly in women with mental health disorders, and a growing number of pregnant women are being exposed to them.
If you are taking any psychotropic medication and are considering getting pregnant, it is highly recommended that you have a preconception visit with your doctor or psychiatrist.
The literature indicates that there are more complications in women and newborns of women with schizophrenia , often attributable to adverse social conditions that sometimes accompany psychosis.
Yes, becoming a mother is one of life's most significant life events, involving major physiological, hormonal, cognitive, and social changes , and is a period of heightened vulnerability to mental health disorders.