Pregnancy loss can be a challenging, and highly individual experience. In this video, psychotherapist Sana Chaudhry addresses the grieving process of pregnancy loss and its stigmatization in our society, while also recommending a diverse array of coping tools and resources. Topics covered include: challenges associated with pregnancy loss, mental health issues that can arise from pregnancy loss, stigma, grief symptoms, stages of grief, coping tools & strategies and resources available to provide help. Presented by: Sana Chaudhry, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: The information presented in this series does not replace professional medical advice and simply serves as an educational tool. Our videos are valid at the time of recording and is subject to change thereafter. With constantly evolving data and changes in best care practices, it is important to speak to your healthcare provider for the most accurate updates with regards to your care. "Scott Buckley - Childhood" is under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 3.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://youtu.be/cmXrHQENZ6A

Although many believe the postpartum period is nothing but a blissful time when you finally get to spend endless hours with your bundle of joy, the postpartum period can also be an extremely difficult time for the majority of new mothers. As a woman’s body, hormones and mind adjust to their new normal, many mothers experience mental health conditions including; Postpartum Blues, Depression, Anxiety, Mania, and Psychosis. In this video, Dr. Lori Wasserman, a psychiatrist that specializes in Reproductive Transitions, walks us through Postpartum Mental Health, explaining symptoms, treatment and coping strategies for common conditions. Speaker: Dr. Lori Wasserman Dr. Lori Wasserman attended Queen's University for medical school and completed her psychiatry residency at the University of Toronto. She is a clinical teacher at the University of Toronto and lead of a mental health program specializing in the reproductive life stages. She has a strong interest in women's mental health, gender, sexuality, and psychotherapy. 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: The information presented in this series does not replace professional medical advice and simply serves as an educational tool. The information in our posts is valid at the time of posting and is subject to change thereafter. With constantly evolving data and changes in best care practices, it is important to speak to your healthcare provider for the most accurate updates with regards to your care. "Scott Buckley - Childhood" is under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 3.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://youtu.be/cmXrHQENZ6A

COVID-19 has put strain on many relationships. With couples in quarantine together or apart, this has created unique challenges for relationships. During these times of COVID, we have seen that globally, all forms of domestic violence have increased. Social worker, Gabriella Carafa, walks us through why COVID-19 has been so hard on relationships, how we can find balance during these difficult times, what is abuse (and the cycle of violence), and resources to contact if you are seeking help. Speaker: Gabriella Carafa Gabriella is a social worker who is certified in perinatal mental health. She has over seven years combined experience working with individuals with disabilities and complex medical conditions as well as supporting individuals in the perinatal period. She works with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples in her private practice. She has a special interest in parenthood for folks with disabilities including physical, intellectual, learning and/or episodic disabilities and has her own lived experience of disability. Gabriella is passionate about sharing knowledge and experience by providing content interviews, professional workshops, creating invited blog content, and leading healthcare and social services training opportunities. Gabriella brings a diverse, unique, passionate and vibrant voice to the realities and intersections of mental health, ability & the perinatal experience. 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: The information presented in this series does not replace professional medical advice and simply serves as an educational tool. The information in our posts is valid at the time of posting (Sept 1, 2020) and is subject to change thereafter. With constantly evolving data and changes in best care practices, it is important to speak to your healthcare provider for the most accurate updates with regards to your care. "Scott Buckley - Childhood" is under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 3.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://youtu.be/cmXrHQENZ6A

In this video, family physician, Dr. Sidra Hasnain discusses anxiety and depression during the era of COVID-19. She touches on common causes, physical and behavioural symptoms one might experience, and healthy coping mechanisms. Speaker: Dr. Sidra Hasnain  Dr. Hasnain completed her medical training from University of Toronto Medical School. Subsequently she went on to complete her medical residency in Family Medicine, also at University of Toronto. She enjoys helping patients cultivate wellness and aims to improve the health of her patients through preventative care. She has additional training in psychotherapy and believes in working with her patients to increase self-efficacy. 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: The information presented in this series does not replace professional medical advice and simply serves as an educational tool. The information in our posts is valid at the time of posting (Sept 15, 2020) and is subject to change thereafter. With constantly evolving data and changes in best care practices, it is important to speak to your healthcare provider for the most accurate updates with regards to your care. "Scott Buckley - Childhood" is under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 3.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://youtu.be/cmXrHQENZ6A

In this video Dr. Sony Sierra, an obstetrician and gynecologist who specializes in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, discusses pregnancy loss. She will discuss different types of pregnancy loss and how they present themselves. She also touches on the risks and benefits of different management options (natural, medical or surgical.) Dr. Sony Sierra has been a Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility since 2006. In addition to her busy fertility practice, Dr. Sierra co-runs the Recurrent Pregnancy Loss program at her clinic, which continues to be the largest program in Canada, focused on the investigation and management of recurrent pregnancy loss. She has always been and will be committed to providing excellence in the management of infertility and miscarriage with a gentle, and culturally compassionate approach.⁣ 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: The information presented in this series does not replace professional medical advice and simply serves as an educational tool. The information in our posts is valid at the time of posting (Sept 24, 2020) and is subject to change thereafter. With constantly evolving data and changes in best care practices, it is important to speak to your healthcare provider for the most accurate updates with regards to your care. "Scott Buckley - Childhood" is under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 3.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://youtu.be/cmXrHQENZ6A