Women's Behavioral Health at Zucker Hillside Hospital/Northwell Health

Research Volunteers Needed - Bright light therapy research for depression during pregnancy. This research study aims to learn whether adding sleep and bright light therapy to usual care can treat depression during pregnancy and after delivery. Compensation for participation and travel will be provided. Most of the study may be done via secure videoconferencing.... Call Silvia for more information: 718-470-8436 See more

As part of the Katz Institutes for Women's Health Webinar Series, Dr. Jill Sonnenklar and Dr. Kristina Deligiannidis spoke on mental health and managing stress on August 13th from 11:30-12:30pm EST. Click below link to see the free videotaped event! https://onlinexperiences.com/scripts/Server.nxp

Drs. Deligiannidis and Meltzer-Brody were recently interviewed by the APA's Psychiatric News on the need for new PPD treatments. https://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org///appi.pn.2020.7b32

You are not alone. Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders: Finding the help you need. We have been helping New York State families since 1998 get to the help they... need. We are here for you. Reach out Moms Helping Moms Postpartum Resource Center of New York Statewide Toll-Free Helpline 7 days a week 9am-5pm 1-855-631-0001 Or contact with email form www.postpartumny.org/email

Dr. Deligiannidis contributes an expert opinion piece for the Katz Institute for Women's Health on the effects of the pandemic on women's mental health. https://www.northwell.edu//art/womens-mental-health-crisis Katz Institute for Women's Health

We are conducting a postpartum depression research treatment study using non-invasive ear nerve stimulation. Participation in this study will last approximately two months and will include six research sessions. Almost all study participation is done remotely from your home. Women will be instructed to use the investigational wearable stimulation earplug device for 15 minutes daily at home. Up to $450 will be provided for a woman's time. See flyer and call Sunu at 718-470-8645 for more information.

Being sad is a normal reaction to difficult times in life. But usually, the sadness goes away with a little time. Depression is differentit is a mood disorder that may cause severe symptoms that can affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities such as sleeping, eating, or working. Depression is more common among women than men, likely due to certain biological, hormonal, and social factors that are unique to women. This brochure contains an overview of five things that everyone should know about depression in women. https://www.nimh.nih.gov///depression-in-women/index.shtml

The COPE study, for women currently pregnant during the COVID pandemic. See below for more information.

Are you currently pregnant? Consider participating in a research study led by Drs. Preis, Mahaffey and Lobel at Stony Brook University. The COVID-19 Pregnancy Experiences (COPE) Study investigates thoughts, feelings and behaviors related to being pregnant during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study will identify what helps to protect people and what may make them more vulnerable to the impact of stress. The COPE Study is for adults (over 18) who are currently pregnant. The stud...y survey and additional information are in the following link: https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com//SV_ex413vL and visit their FB page: https://www.facebook.com/copestudy/

From CCMC's BFREE (Breastfeeding Resiliency, Engagement, and Empowerment) coalition: Please see updated times in English and Spanish for Baby Cafes breastfeeding support groups to support new and expecting moms. Also join their free "Morning Milk" breastfeeding education webinar series every Friday from 11am-12pm. Those who are interested can sign up via the following link: https://secure.givelively.org//morning-milk-handling-breas. There is also a breastfeeding warmlin...e in collaboration with Allied Health Foundation, for free breastfeeding support 1-866-211-0404. Lactation professionals will respond to questions within 24 hours. https://www.facebook.com/BFREE.Coalition/

Pregnant during COVID-19 pandemic? Anonymously share your experience with women's health researchers at the University of Michigan. https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6JUfct051VBnRk1 The researchers from the University of Michigan conducting an anonymous survey of women who are pregnant during COVID-19. It should not take more than 10-20 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for telling us your story!

Pregnancy and COVID-19 resources for pregnant women and their families https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov//covid19_pregnancyconsum

Friday April 3rd 11am-12pm: Free webinar on breastfeeding hosted by the Allied Foundation and the BFREE Team (Breastfeeding Resiliency, Engagement, and Empowerment) at Northwell Health's Cohen Children's Medical Center.

A useful fact-sheet on Covid-19 for pregnant and postpartum women. https://mothertobaby.org/fact-sheets/covid-19/pdf/