the decision to take medication is a challenging one for everyone
Making medication decisions is a risk versus benefit analysis, and one that requires a conversation with someone who has advanced training in psychiatric medications for this population. This is especially true if you are pregnant or lactating. It is also true that many people in their reproductive years are diagnosed with anxiety or depression without ruling out conditions that can be the root cause of anxiety or depression symptoms. The providers at our office in Apple Valley & Maplewood, MN are here to help you with this important decision.
Psychiatric Medication Evaluation & Management
Our providers don’t just prescribe. In fact, you may not decide to take medication. They can also discuss:
Evidence-based information about safety of treatment options during and after pregnancy
Ordering of labs to rule out imbalances that may be contributing to symptoms (hormone levels, thyroid, iron/ferritin, adrenal levels, etc.)
Education on supplements that may benefit your overall wellbeing.
We believe it is important to collaborate with your other healthcare providers. We will work together to make a plan that feels right for you.
Meet Our Medication Management Team
Team Bios
Evidence-based Resources
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Making decisions about medicine during pregnancy, lactation, family planning or fertility treatment is a risks vs. benefits conversation.
We have all worked with so many clients who have been told, incorrectly, that they cannot take certain medications or that they needed to discontinue a medication without having accurate information.
Our goal is to provide information, not to be pushy- but in order for you to make an informed decision. YOU matter too!
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Mother To Baby has excellent fact-sheets on medications, food, supplements, environmental factors, etc. during pregnancy. You can also contact their experts with questions free of charge.
Resource Hub for Sleep Challenges From the Mass General Health Center for Women’s Mental Health, the resource hub provides up-to-date, clinically relevant information and resources for both patients and healthcare providers.
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Infant Risk Call Center - A free call center for parents or providers staffed by healthcare professionals ready to answer questions about the safety of medication use during lactation.
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These are for those who work with pregnant and postpartum people, looking to find quality information or consultation opportunities.
Postpartum Support International Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Program (for prescribers only) is a free service staffed by experts in the field of psychiatry who are members of PSI and specialists in the treatment of perinatal mental health disorders. Schedule an appointment to consult about mental health care related to pregnant and postpartum patients and pre-conception planning.
Infant Risk Call Center - A free call center for parents or providers staffed by healthcare professionals ready to answer questions about the safety of medication use during lactation.
LactMed - database of current research of medication and supplements in human milk.
Mother To Baby has excellent fact-sheets on medications, food, supplements, environmental factors, etc. during pregnancy. You can also contact their experts with questions free of charge.
A Medication Management Consultation Would Be Good for Those Who:
Want someone who has education in medication or supplement use during pregnancy and lactation
Need someone experienced in the hormonal shifts that women experience pre-menstrually, postpartum, and during peri-menopause
Have tried several different medications in the past, without success or severe negative side effects
Have been told that they cannot use psychotropic medications during pregnancy or needs to stop nursing in order to take medications (this is not true!)
If you’d like to meet with one of our medication management practitioners for an evaluation, we’re ready to help. Simply select a provider and book an initial appointment.
