Bridget Croteau
Mrs. New York USA Ambassador 2020/2021
You Are Not Alone
As a two-time survivor of Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety, this cause is very important to me and my family. I am passionate about raising awareness and educating my community. I am constantly looking for ways to share my story with others. I am a very active volunteer with the Postpartum Resource Center of New York. They are a wonderful resource that helps families in New York daily.
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I share my story at every opportunity - you can read them or listen to them here!
Please, remember, you are NOT alone. You are NOT to blame. You will be well with help. Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are very common - 1 in 5 moms (and 1 in 10 dads!) will suffer from this. There is help! Please reach out if you are in need - and please reach out to new moms and dads in your life. I share my story because reading others' stories gave me so much comfort...I hope to offer others that same comfort.
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Webinars
Bringing Light to Postpartum Depression and PMAD (webinar replay from St. Joseph's College webinar vault)
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Guest Blogs & Articles
Good Mother Project - When New Life Doesn't Go According to Plan
Postpartum Resource Center of New York - Sharing Our Stories
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Postpartum Progress - 8th Annual Mother's Day Rally - You Will Get Better
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Bloom Foundation Blog: Survivor Stories - PPD, This Was NOT My Plan
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Greater Bay Shore - Column: After Recovery, Helping Raise Awareness for Postpartum Depression
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Worcester Medicine Magazine - Myths and Realities of Motherhood: My Experience with Postpartum Depression & Anxiety (pg 17)
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Life of a Practical Mom blog - Motherhood Myths
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Four To Love blog - 7 Tips for Overcoming Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
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Cherished Mom - Bridget's Story
Dynamic Moms - Tips for Families That Are Expecting and Their Loved Ones
Dynamic Moms - You Are Not Alone: A Personal Experience with Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Sayville Area Moms - Mrs. New York USA Ambassador 2020, Bridget Croteau, Shares Her PMAD Story
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Mini City Magazine - You Are Not Alone: Bridget Croteau Mrs. New York USA Ambassador Talks with Mini City Readers About Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Staten Island Parent - Pageants and Parenting (pg 36-38)
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Parent Guide News - 6 Things I Wish I knew About Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Before Having Kids
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The Bronx Daily - You Are Not Alone
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Ossining.com - You Are Not Alone
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Stroller Traffic - Postpartum Depression Facts No One Tells You (But You Need to Know)
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Family Times Magazine - You Are Not Alone: A Mom Reflects on Her Experience With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (pg 14-15)
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Mid - York Weekly - 5 PMAD Resources to Help and Support Moms, Dads and Families
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Times Telegram - 5 PMAD Resources To Help and Support Moms, Dads and Families
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Windsor Standard & Vestal Town Crier (May 20, 2020) - Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders 101
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Interviews & Podcasts
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Dr. David Susman: "Stories of Hope" Series - Don't Be Afraid to Ask For Help
"Conversations from Studio B" with NAMI Athens, Ohio
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Coffee With KJ Podcast - Episode 8: A Candid Chat About PPD & Anxiety with Mrs. NY USA Ambassador
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LooKING to Make a Difference with Gail Show
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Huntington Moms - Meet a Mom: Mrs. Suffolk County, Bridget Croteau
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Dynamic Moms - Moms Who Inspire: Bridget Croteau
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Finger Lakes Morning News Interview - May, 15, 2020
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We See You Mama: A Cherished Mom Carecast - Bridget Croteau - Mrs. New York USA Ambassador 2020
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Dark Side of the Full Moon Podcast - From PPD to Competing in Pageants to Promote her Platform, "You Are Not Alone." Meet Bridget Croteau
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My Books
My story is published, with 14 other stories, in a book (NOW available on Kindle and in paperback!) A Dark Secret.
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I also completed my own new book, "Me, Again" to share my story. Check out the "Me, Again" website for news about release dates, book signings and more! To purchase, visit Amazon! Paperback Kindle
Also available on the Barnes & Noble website in paperback Also available for purchase at The Mindful Rabbit in Northport, NY.
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