I’m sure we can all think of a few ways to help out a friend who has just recently become a new mom (even if it’s for the 2nd, 3rd or 4th time). We can take them a meal, offer to watch their older children, take them a cup of coffee- the list goes on. But, one of the simplest and most important things you can do is to check in on her. Seriously check in on her. How is she really doing? Yes, having a newborn can absolutely be overwhelming but does it seem that it’s more than that with her?
Postpartum depression affects 1 in 9 women and in some areas can be as high as 1 in 5 women, according to the CDC. Thankfully, postpartum depression is treatable- the key is recognizing it and getting help.
Kelly Brennan has written some great blog posts on postpartum depression and she talks with one local Pittsburgh father about his experience with his wife’s postpartum depression. Take a minute and read it- you never know when you’ll need to help a friend in need. You can also follow Kelly over on instagram @kelly_brennan_412
Petite Magnolia Photography specializes in Pittsburgh newborn sessions as well as maternity, motherhood, baby and family photography in the Pittsburgh area, including Peters Township, Upper St Clair, Mt. Lebanon, Cranberry, Wexford, Robinson Township, Jefferson Hills & Canonsburg.
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I hope that my work speaks to you and I would love to create some beautiful images for your family as well!
Brooke is the owner and lead photographer at Petite Magnolia Photography, just outside of Pittsburgh in McMurray, PA. A former pediatric ICU nurse and nurse anesthetist, she brings a level of calm, safety awareness, and genuine care to every session that goes well beyond photography. She specializes in maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography with a focus on documenting the quiet connections, the genuine emotions, and those little moments that make each season of family life worth remembering. Her approach is simple: create timeless images that feel like you. She serves families throughout Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities — including the South Hills, Mt. Lebanon, Upper St. Clair, Sewickley, Peters Township, and Morgantown, WV. She believes photographs should document the love and connection your family shares right now, and that those images deserve to live somewhere more meaningful than a phone camera roll. That’s why she guides her clients through creating heirloom albums, fine art prints, and keepsake pieces they’ll return to for generations.
