Your Experience Matters.
We're inviting you to participate in a survey where you can share your unique insights and experiences as a new or expecting parent.
Together, we can contribute to meaningful research aimed at enhancing the mental and emotional well-being of mothers and families in the postpartum season.
The #1 New Parent Stressor :
Mental Load
Active Research Survey Opportunity:
The mental load of parenting can be overwhelming yet we know so little about. What you experience matters, please share it with us. The purpose of this study is to determine key components of the mental load of parenthood during pregnancy and the early postpartum years and determine how to develop technology-based options to alleviate stress, improve mental health, and provide new support strategies for parents.
The survey is online and completely anonymous, protecting your privacy and information. Participants must be 18 years or older, live in the USA and identify as a mom, dad, birthing or non-birthing parent.
Note: There is a $500 giveaway for anyone that completes the survey and chooses to opt into the giveaway.
Dads matter, too.
We realize the postpartum experience has a unique impact on fathers, and it deserves to be heard as well. In order to create holistic, multi generational changes, we cannot ignore one of the most obvious roles in the postpartum period. When father’s participate, the whole family heals.
Make An Impact.
Support mothers by enhancing postpartum mental and emotional health insights. Your input will help guide the future of postpartum care and shape initiatives focused on helping moms and families thrive during this crucial time.
What studies say about mothers and the postpartum experience.
Mental health professionals are recognizing the high number of new mothers facing perinatal psychiatric challenges, which include anxiety, PTSD, and OCD, often starting during pregnancy. Research suggests 1 in 5 mothers might meet criteria for a mental health diagnosis, with many more struggling, even if they don't meet formal diagnostic thresholds. These conditions heavily affect cognitive functioning, contributing to "Mom Brain." Dr. Rohr notes an increase in mothers suspecting they have new-onset ADHD, though true ADHD symptoms must be present from childhood.* This emphasizes how overwhelming and distressing the postpartum experience can be for new mothers. (*Houston Methodist Leading Medicine)