About PostpartumDepression.org
PostpartumDepression.org is a safe space created by Jenna Carberg, a mother who fought postpartum depression.
With unwavering support from her family, Jenna aims to raise awareness about this difficult condition.
Why we started PostpartumDepression.org: Inspired by Jenna’s personal experience, this platform was established to offer hope and comfort to mothers and families dealing with PPD. We believe that every mother should be able to cherish the joys of motherhood, and no one should feel alone in their struggles.
Our website provides a supportive community, resources on postpartum depression, personal stories, and options for professional assistance. Our goal is to debunk myths, share truths, and uplift spirits.
How you can seek help:
- Connect with other mothers who have been through similar experiences.
- Use resources that shed light on the realities of PPD.
- Seek help from specialized professionals through our recommended list.
- Take solace in the shared stories and triumphs of others.
Over a million individuals have relied on PostpartumDepression.org in their times of need, and we are committed to ensuring that you never feel isolated on your journey.
Jenna’s True Story of PPD
Jenna’s struggle with postpartum depression (PPD) began shortly after the birth of her daughter. She found herself overwhelmed by intense emotions, frequent crying, and a strong urge to escape. Despite trying various medications, she continued to struggle with these feelings and often wondered why she wasn’t experiencing the joy of motherhood like others around her. Jenna’s husband provided unwavering support throughout this difficult period, noticing the initial signs and being her pillar of strength.
Jenna’s battle with PPD lasted nearly nine months, during which she switched between multiple prescriptions, cried daily, and eventually checked into a rehab facility. It was only after being prescribed Vyvanse by a psychiatrist to combat the overwhelming daytime fatigue that she began to see a noticeable improvement. Over time, the shadows of her depression began to lift, and she found joy and love in being a mother.
Looking back on her journey, Jenna is grateful for the resilience she discovered within herself and the unwavering support of her loved ones. Although certain memories from her PPD phase continue to haunt her, she has emerged with a greater appreciation for life, especially for the moments she shares with her daughter. Based on her experiences, Jenna established PostpartumDepression.org to provide support and resources for other mothers experiencing PPD, reassuring them that they aren’t alone and that there’s hope for recovery.
Our Story – From Chris’s POV
My world was turned upside down when I saw the expression on my wife’s face. Jenna had always been a strong and stable presence in our relationship, whereas I tended to be more emotionally turbulent. However, the look in her eyes conveyed an unfamiliar sense of distress. After delivering our first child, a daughter named Elsie, Jenna began to exhibit concerning changes just two days after the birth. She became constantly fearful, emotional, and distant. Some doctors dismissed it as the “baby blues,” but I was convinced it was something more serious. Soon after, Jenna was diagnosed with severe postpartum depression, and we embarked on a lengthy treatment process. Although we caught it early, there was no shortcut to recovery.
At the time of writing, my wife and I had been working towards her recovery for a month and a half. She was far from being in the clear, but I didn’t want to wait until she was fully recovered to start this website. UPDATE from Jenna – Some Good News!
With a decade of experience in digital marketing, I wanted to utilize my expertise to develop a valuable resource for people going through similar experiences. Jenna and I collaborated with top medical content writers, mental health professionals, and other patients to create a resource to support others.
We are not alone in our journey. Like many of you reading this, we aim to navigate this challenging experience alongside others.
Jenna wholeheartedly supports this mission and is committed to seeing lives saved and hope restored! We are both proud to pursue our passion for empowering mothers and educating families.
You are not alone. You are home now.
Blessings, Chris & Jenna Carberg
Contact Us
Jenna Carberg: jenna@postpartumdepression.org
Chris Carberg: chris@postpartumdepression.org
Medical Editor
Kimberly Langdon, M.D.
Kimberly Langdon is a Doctor of Medicine and graduated from The Ohio State University in 1991.
Dr. Langdon completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Ohio State University Hospitals, Department of OB/GYN.
Board-Certified in 1997, she is now retired from clinical practice after a long and successful career.
Currently, she is the Founder and Chief Medical Officer of a Medical Device Company that is introducing patented products to treat vaginal microbial infections without the need for drugs.
She is an expert in Vaginal Infections, Menstrual disorders, Menopause, and Contraception.
Learn more about Dr. Kimberly Langdon
Blog Post Requests & Resource Listings
We are a community website and want to share the stories of other women and men who have experienced postpartum depression (PPD).
Email us if you have a story; we’d love to share it.
Please note that we receive many requests and will aim to get to yours as quickly as possible. We are also happy to share information about valuable local resources.
Let us know about what you’re doing for PPD and how we can spread the word.
