Preparing for Parenthood

Emotion Regulation

Why Your Coping Strategy Isn't Working and What to Try

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on August 12, 2026

Are you using the right coping strategy for your nervous system? The key is understanding whether your nervous system is over- or under-activated.

Are you using the right coping strategy for your nervous system? The key is understanding whether your nervous system is over- or under-activated.

ADHD

The Science Behind Finding the Optimal ADHD Medication Dose

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on July 15, 2026

A new study reveals optimal ADHD medication dosages to improve symptom management while minimizing side effects for youth and adults.

A new study reveals optimal ADHD medication dosages to improve symptom management while minimizing side effects for youth and adults.

Career

The Staggering Rise of Mental Health Leave

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on July 6, 2026

A growing number of employees are taking leave for mental health. Here's what's driving the trend and when leave may be appropriate for your mental health.

A growing number of employees are taking leave for mental health. Here's what's driving the trend and when leave may be appropriate for your mental health.

Pregnancy

4 in 10 Mothers Report Feeling Unheard During Maternity Care

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on July 1, 2026

A healthy birth outcome doesn't always mean a positive birth experience. New national survey data reveal troubling patterns affecting new mothers across the country.

A healthy birth outcome doesn't always mean a positive birth experience. New national survey data reveal troubling patterns affecting new mothers across the country.

Relationships

This or That? Couples Edition

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on May 11, 2026

Should couples resolve conflict immediately or take space? Push for change or practice acceptance? Explore what research suggests will help couples thrive.

Should couples resolve conflict immediately or take space? Push for change or practice acceptance? Explore what research suggests will help couples thrive.

Politics

Momnibus: A Fix for the Preventable Maternal Health Crisis

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on May 1, 2026

Most maternal deaths are preventable, yet disparities persist. The Momnibus Act outlines solutions, with state policies currently driving change.

Most maternal deaths are preventable, yet disparities persist. The Momnibus Act outlines solutions, with state policies currently driving change.

Parenting

How Fathers Can Make Their Children Healthier

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on April 10, 2026

New research shows father-child interactions and fathers' coparenting were predictive of long-term child health outcomes. Surprisingly, the same links weren't found for mothers.

New research shows father-child interactions and fathers' coparenting were predictive of long-term child health outcomes. Surprisingly, the same links weren't found for mothers.

Postpartum Depression

Can Breastfeeding Reduce the Risk for Postpartum Depression?

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on April 3, 2026

Postpartum depression and breastfeeding are linked through a complicated, bidirectional relationship.

Postpartum depression and breastfeeding are linked through a complicated, bidirectional relationship.

Relationships

Differentiation: How to Remain True to You in Relationships

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on March 22, 2026

Ever wonder why you lose yourself in relationships? Learn how "differentiation" can improve your emotional responses and connections.

Ever wonder why you lose yourself in relationships? Learn how "differentiation" can improve your emotional responses and connections.

Pregnancy

New Research Shows How a Second Pregnancy Changes the Brain

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on March 14, 2026

New research shows brain changes don’t stop with a first pregnancy; instead, a second pregnancy uniquely changes a woman’s brain.

New research shows brain changes don’t stop with a first pregnancy; instead, a second pregnancy uniquely changes a woman’s brain.

Relationships

The Three H’s of Relationship Support: Hear, Hug, and Help

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on January 21, 2026

When your partner is upset, have you ever made things worse with your attempts to "fix" the problem? These three H’s of relationship support explain why and how to respond.

When your partner is upset, have you ever made things worse with your attempts to "fix" the problem? These three H’s of relationship support explain why and how to respond.

Pregnancy

Perinatal Mental Health: 2025 Year in Review

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on December 16, 2025

In 2025, pregnancy and parenthood were at the center of many national conversations. This review highlights significant developments in policy, research, and innovation.

In 2025, pregnancy and parenthood were at the center of many national conversations. This review highlights significant developments in policy, research, and innovation.

Relationships

When “I’m Sorry” Isn’t Enough: How Couples Can Repair

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on November 7, 2025

Learn the steps to go beyond a simple “I’m sorry” and create emotional repair after conflict.

Learn the steps to go beyond a simple “I’m sorry” and create emotional repair after conflict.

ADHD

Unmedicated ADHD: What’s the Risk?

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on October 2, 2025

We often focus on medication risks and side effects, but there can also be benefits in reducing risks associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder when treated with medication.

We often focus on medication risks and side effects, but there can also be benefits in reducing risks associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder when treated with medication.

Suicide

Addressing Maternal Suicide This Suicide Prevention Month

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on September 5, 2025

This Suicide Awareness Month, we must confront the realities of maternal suicide.

This Suicide Awareness Month, we must confront the realities of maternal suicide.

Postpartum Depression

Debunking 5 Common Maternal Mental Health Myths

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on August 29, 2025

There are many misconceptions about new parenthood. This post will bust five of the most common myths.

There are many misconceptions about new parenthood. This post will bust five of the most common myths.

Stress

The Postpartum Relationship Stress Test

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on August 13, 2025

Becoming parents is a major transition that can expose couples' pre-existing vulnerabilities. Why new parenthood creates the perfect recipe for a relational stress test.

Becoming parents is a major transition that can expose couples' pre-existing vulnerabilities. Why new parenthood creates the perfect recipe for a relational stress test.

Boundaries

Navigating New Parenthood: 5 Tips for Creating Boundaries

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on June 17, 2025

New parents can benefit from these strategies for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries.

New parents can benefit from these strategies for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries.

Pregnancy

Creating a Supportive Pregnancy-Postpartum Care Team

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on May 4, 2025

From bump to baby: How to develop a maternity care team to improve your health and well-being throughout pregnancy and postpartum.

From bump to baby: How to develop a maternity care team to improve your health and well-being throughout pregnancy and postpartum.

Relationships

How to Improve Your Physical and Emotional Connections

Rachel Diamond Ph.D. on April 11, 2025

Have you ever felt lonely in your relationship? Explore the importance of physical and psychological presence.

Have you ever felt lonely in your relationship? Explore the importance of physical and psychological presence.