Did you know that perimenopause can be as turbulent as menopause and start as early as your mid- thirties? Often women at this stage in life experience extreme physical and emotional duress as a result of hormone imbalance. Read about how imbalance sets in and what you can do to achieve optimal mind body health in the perimenopause years.

Wherever you are in life, having an understanding of the state of your body, what your ‘normal is,’ and the changes to come is incredibly important. Women are particularly sensitive to hormonal shifts, and the post menopausal years bring falling levels of estrogen and emotional and physical changes.

Between 12-15% of pregnant and postpartum women experience depression. If you are pregnant or recently had a baby and are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, consult a licensed healthcare professional.  Dr. Beata Lewis and Moriya Jakobov, NP of Mind Body Seven in New York specialize in women’s health. Call (212 ) 621-7770 or book an appointment online today.

About 1 in 9 women will experience symptoms of postpartum depression. Read to find out why psychotherapy is a valuable, non- pharmaceutical treatment option for those needing care.

If you are someone who suffers from PMS or PMDD, you likely already know how important it is to have effective treatment options that address often painful and disruptive symptoms. Read on to learn more about the causes PMS and PMDD and the ways that Chinese Medicine is providing relief for women through acupuncture.

It is natural to worry during pregnancy and in the postpartum period that follows, but postpartum anxiety is much more intense and persistent than typical new parent concerns. Here’s how you can tell the difference.

It is important that expecting mothers take the time to carefully monitor their health status to make sure that they have adequate levels of various nutrients and vitamins, including vitamin D.

Pregnancy can be an exciting time full of new discoveries. Addressing depression in pregnant women and shortly after giving birth can be complex.