Crystal, as a Licensed Master Social Worker in a Level I trauma center, could you introduce yourself and describe the scope of your role on the multidisciplinary team? My name is Crystal Wilson, LCSW and I have been working as a medical pediatric social worker for about 8 years at Memorial Hermann Hospital in the medical center.
Amanda, for readers at Texas Adoption Center meeting you for the first time, how do you describe your work as a Recovery Support Peer Specialist and the communities you serve? I love what I do and have a deep passion for helping the population I help. I work at Santa Maria Hostel with pregnant women and moms
For readers at Texas Adoption Center, could you introduce yourself and share what you do as an Executive Director in nonprofit management focused on children and social services? My name is Janelle Basham, and I serve as the Executive Director of BraveLove, a nonprofit dedicated to changing the perception of adoption by honoring birth mothers, sharing honest
How to Handle Panic Attacks During Pregnancy Finding out you’re pregnant brings a mix of emotions — excitement, fear, and uncertainty. But when a surge of fear causes your heart to race and your breathing to tighten, it may be a panic attack. These episodes can feel especially intense for pregnant women, because anxiety symptoms and physical
Post-Adoption Depression: What Birth Mothers Should Know Postpartum depression is a very real issue many birth mothers face — and you are not alone. While approximately 70–80% of women experience temporary “baby blues,” between 10–20% develop clinical postpartum depression (PPD). What many people don’t realize is that PPD can still happen even if you place your baby
School For Pregnant Teens in Texas: You Have Options Finding out you’re pregnant while still in high school can feel overwhelming. You might worry about your future, missing credits, or whether teen mothers are still able to graduate. Morning sickness, doctor visits, and stress about the unknown can make staying focused in classes more challenging than ever.
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