Mrs. New York USA Ambassador's Platform

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.

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.

Webinars

Bringing Light to Postpartum Depression and PMAD (webinar replay from St. Joseph's College webinar vault)

Guest Blogs & Articles

Postpartum Resource Center of New York - Sharing Our Stories

Postpartum Progress - 8th Annual Mother's Day Rally - You Will Get Better

Greater Bay Shore - Column: After Recovery, Helping Raise Awareness for Postpartum Depression

Worcester Medicine Magazine (July/Aug 2018)- Myths and Realities of Motherhood: My Experience with Postpartum Depression and Anxiety (pg 17)

Four To Love blog - 7 Tips for Overcoming Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

Sayville Area Moms - Mrs. New York USA Ambassador 2020, Bridget Croteau, Shares Her PMAD Story

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)

Parent Guide News - 6 Things I Wish I knew About Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Before Having Kids