It is often recommended to new parents, “Sleep when the baby sleeps,” or “Get on the baby’s schedule” an “Don’t worry – the dishes can wait.” Although allowances for sleep and acceptance of an imperfect home are understandable, strategies to support parents during the postpartum period aren’t one size fit all.
An element of cognitive-behavioral therapy, known as behavioral activation, is flexible, evidence-based approach to coping with this new phase of life.
Behavioral activation is basically engaging in behaviors to enhance one’s mood. Here are three applications of behavioral activation to the postpartum period: Balancing sleep with self-care.
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