Nutritional Support and Safe Herbal Remedies for Mothers with Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

This workshop will address the nutritional deficiencies and naturopathic treatments of postpartum depression (PPD) and anxiety.

-Physiological causes of PPD and Anxiety
-Food allergies -Nutrient deficiencies and supplementation
-Neurotransmitters
-Safe herbal Remedies during breastfeeding

October 30th
10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
At Sellwood Community Center: 1436 SE Spokane St.
$10
Presented by Dr. Adriana Azcarate-Ferbel N.D.
RSVP: 503-230-0458 or e-mail la_botanica_now@yahoo.com

Dr. Adriana Azcarate-Ferbel studied Naturopathic Medicine and graduated from the National College of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon in 2004. She is a survivor of Postpartum Depression and became interested in PPD treatments, focusing on the physiological changes mothers go through and how to address those changes in a non-invasive, natural way as a supplement to counseling

Balance

So much changes when we become mothers. Finding our balance in a whirlwind of changes and emotions, especially when we are faced with postpartum depression and/or anxiety, is a challenging process. Creatively explore areas in your life that need to be tended to, let go of, or set aside. Nurture yourself and find a center from which you can withstand the force of continual change. In this workshop, you and other new mothers who have experienced postpartum depression and/anxiety will use creative expression to find areas in need of support and ways to feel calm in chaos.

All materials will be provided.
November 8, 2008
10am-12pm
At Nurture: 1614 NE Alberta St.
$10
Presented by Mychelle Moritz, ATR-BC, LPC
RSVP: Mychelle at 971-344-7527 or mychelle@nurturepdx.com

Mychelle Moritz is an art therapist and a licensed professional counselor. Having experienced postpartum depression and anxiety herself, she has a special interest in helping mothers and families. She is a co-founder of Nurture which offers a range of services to growing families. She is a mama to two active young children and enjoys watching their creative antics.

Picking Up the Pieces

The experience of postpartum depression and/or anxiety can leave us feeling shattered in many areas of our lives. As we heal, we begin to pick up the pieces and create a new whole. In this workshop, you and other new mothers who have experienced postpartum depression and/or anxiety will explore and nurture your process of reconnecting the pieces as you create a sculpture. As you work with the materials, the sculpture emerges, becoming a meaningful symbol of survival and inner self and becomes a tangible reminder of your innermost strengths. You will begin the process of integration and acceptance of your new identity in a safe and supportive environment. All materials will be provided.

November 15, 2008
10am-12pm
At Nurture: 1614 NE Alberta St.
$10
Presented by Mychelle Moritz, ATR-BC, LPC
RSVP: Mychelle at 971-344-7527 or mychelle@nurturepdx.com

Mychelle Moritz is an art therapist and a licensed professional counselor. Having experienced postpartum depression and anxiety herself, she has a special interest in helping mothers and families. She is a co-founder of Nurture which offers a range of services to growing families. She is a mama to two active young children and enjoys watching their creative antics.