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Pleasant Place Psychiatry

Women's Mental Health

Medication Management for Postpartum Depression

As a PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certified) provider through Postpartum Support International, Dr. Ediomi Oduwole offers specialized psychiatric care for new mothers navigating postpartum depression, with deep expertise in safe medication management during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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A mother finding healing and support during postpartum depression treatment
Telehealth Available
Across TX, KS & MN
A supportive path forward for postpartum depression care

Your Path Forward

3 Steps to Begin Postpartum Care

1

Understand

We assess your birth experience, hormonal shifts, and sleep patterns. We use validated tools like the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) to ensure an accurate diagnosis beyond the "baby blues."

2

Plan

We build an individualized plan tailored to whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum. This includes risk-benefit counseling for medication safety in lactation and supportive strategies for new motherhood.

3

Adjust

The postpartum period evolves quickly, and so does your care. We monitor your mood, sleep, and bonding closely, making gentle medication titration adjustments as your hormones shift.

You don't have to navigate this alone. Our PMH-C certified provider is here to guide you from assessment to ongoing support.

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PMH-C by Postpartum International

Specialized Postpartum Depressions Expertise

PMH-C Certified Provider

Dr. Oduwole holds the Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) from Postpartum Support International (PSI), the gold standard for specialized training in perinatal mood disorders and lactation pharmacology.

Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PSI)

Medication Safety Expertise

We provide evidence-based, zero-judgment guidance on which medications are compatible with nursing and how hormonal shifts affect your response.

Risk-benefit counseling in lactation

Flexible Access to Care

Attend telepsychiatry sessions from the comfort of your home. Leaving the house with a newborn is hard; we make care accessible across Texas, Kansas, and Minnesota.

Telehealth across 3 states

Our Approach

How We Treat Postpartum Depression

PPD Focused Medication Management

We evaluate your hormonal history, birth experience, sleep patterns, and current symptom severity.

We focus on evidence-based perinatal psychiatric care, regulating serotonin and norepinephrine to match your postpartum neurobiology.

We discuss options with strong safety profiles in lactation (like sertraline and escitalopram) and practice careful medication titration.

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Collaborative medication management approach for postpartum depression

Supportive Therapy Integration

We weave therapeutic techniques into your visits to help you process guilt, identity shifts, and attachment anxiety. If ongoing therapy is recommended, we coordinate with your outside therapist or connect you with PSI-affiliated support groups.

Psychoeducation & De-Stigmatization

We explain the neurobiology of PPD: how the dramatic drop in estrogen and progesterone disrupts neurotransmitters, and how sleep deprivation compounds mood disruption. This is a medical condition, not a character failure.

Lifestyle & Wellness Guidance

We provide realistic strategies for sleep protection, gentle movement, nutrition during lactation, and building a "support village" tailored to the constraints of caring for a newborn.

Recognizing the Signs of Postpartum Depression

PPD is a medical condition driven by hormonal, neurological, and environmental changes. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation can clarify what you're experiencing.

Emotional Symptoms of PPD

  • Persistent sadness or emptiness

    Crying spells or a sense that something is "wrong."

  • Overwhelming guilt or shame

    Feeling like a "bad mother" or fearing judgment.

  • Loss of joy (Anhedonia)

    Inability to feel pleasure in your baby or life.

  • Irritability or rage

    Intense anger or feeling "touched out."

Cognitive Symptoms of PPD

  • Intrusive thoughts

    Scary, unwanted thoughts about harm that feel alien to who you are.

  • Brain fog

    Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering tasks.

  • Bonding difficulties

    Feeling disconnected, numb, or like you're "performing" motherhood.

  • Catastrophic worry

    Spiraling fears about your baby's safety or your ability to care for them.

Physical & Behavioral Symptoms of PPD

  • Sleep disruption beyond the baby's needs

    Inability to sleep even when the baby sleeps, or sleeping excessively.

  • Appetite changes

    Significant weight loss or gain unrelated to postpartum recovery.

  • Psychomotor changes

    Feeling physically slowed down or unable to sit still.

  • Social withdrawal

    Avoiding friends or family out of shame or exhaustion.

Understanding the Spectrum

Understanding the Postpartum Depression Spectrum: Baby Blues vs. PPD vs. Psychosis

Baby Blues

Days 3-14

Mild mood swings, tearfulness, and irritability. Most common among new mothers and resolves on its own within two weeks.

Postpartum Depression

Weeks 2-12+

Persistent, worsening symptoms that interfere with daily functioning and bonding. Affects 1 in 7 mothers. Highly treatable with medication management and support.

Postpartum Psychosis

Rare: 1 to 2 per 1,000

A medical emergency involving hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thinking. Requires immediate medical attention. If you or someone you love is experiencing these symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Our Commitment

Treatment Goals We Work Toward Together

Relief from postpartum depression and anxiety symptoms.

Safe, informed medication decisions for breastfeeding mothers.

Restored bonding, connection, and confidence in motherhood.

A compassionate, judgment-free space to heal.

Restored bonding and confidence through postpartum depression treatment

Find Care Near You

Local Postpartum Depression Psychiatric Care Across Our Core Regions

Our PMH-C certified provider offers specialized postpartum depression medication management across Texas, Kansas, and Minnesota.

Select your state to view local clinic availability, telehealth regulations, and regional insurance networks.

PPD Treatment in Texas

In-Person (Houston) & Telehealth

PPD Treatment in Kansas

In-Person (Overland Park) & Telehealth

PPD Treatment in Minnesota

In-Person (Edina) & Telehealth

Our Clinical Director

Who's Guiding Your Mental Health Journey

Dr. Ediomi Oduwole, DNP, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C, Clinical DirectorBoard-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
DNP, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C Clinical Director
Women's Mental Healthcare Expert Accessible & Collaborative Care

Dr. Ediomi Oduwole is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Perinatal Mental Health Certified clinician.

As Clinical Director of Pleasant Place Psychiatry, she provides thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and women's mental health concerns, including challenges during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

She takes time to listen, considers the whole person rather than symptoms alone, and ensures patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options.

Care may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychoeducation, and practical lifestyle support tailored to each patient's needs and goals.

Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Specialized Expertise in anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD & PTSD

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Postpartum Depression

Baby blues affect up to 80% of new mothers and typically resolve within two weeks. They involve mild mood swings, tearfulness, and irritability. Postpartum depression is more severe, persistent, and interferes with your ability to function and bond with your baby. If symptoms last longer than two weeks or worsen over time, it's important to seek psychiatric evaluation. PPD is highly treatable with medication management.
Many antidepressants, including certain SSRIs like sertraline and escitalopram, have strong safety profiles during breastfeeding and are considered compatible with nursing by major medical organizations. As a PMH-C certified provider, Dr. Oduwole provides thorough risk-benefit counseling tailored to your specific situation, so you can make a fully informed decision with zero pressure and zero judgment.
No. Intrusive thoughts are one of the most common (and most misunderstood) symptoms of postpartum anxiety and OCD. They are unwanted, distressing, and feel completely alien to who you are. Having intrusive thoughts does not mean you will act on them. However, they are a sign that your nervous system needs support, and we can help. If you are experiencing thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, please call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
The PMH-C certification from Postpartum Support International represents advanced, specialized training in perinatal mental health: beyond standard psychiatric education. It means your provider understands the unique neurobiology of pregnancy and postpartum, the pharmacological safety considerations specific to lactation, the psychology of maternal identity, and the family dynamics that shape your recovery. You are not seeing a generalist; you are seeing a specialist in exactly what you're going through.
Yes. Perinatal mood disorders can begin during pregnancy (antenatal depression) or in the first year after birth. Hormonal shifts, sleep disruption, and the psychological transition into motherhood can trigger symptoms at any point. We treat the full spectrum of perinatal mood disorders, from conception through the first postpartum year.
Absolutely. Telehealth is especially valuable for new mothers who cannot easily leave the house, manage nap schedules, or travel with an infant. You can attend appointments from your couch, during a nap, or while your baby sleeps beside you. Research confirms telehealth is as effective as in-person care for perinatal mood disorders.

You Don't Have to Do This Alone

Postpartum depression is not your fault, and it is not forever. With specialized, compassionate care, you can feel like yourself again.

Schedule a consultation with our PMH-C certified provider today.

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