“Joining support groups tailored to men can help normalize PPD and reduce feelings of shame and isolation. Knowing that other men feel similarly breaks down walls and encourages openness,” she says.

According to Goldberg, men often cope by internalizing their feelings or adopting a more solution-focused approach, whereas women tend to be more emotion-driven and interested in talking about it often.

They discuss body image, eating disorders, and the impact of social media on self-esteem.

“An anxious attachment style can lead to feelings of abandonment, and ruminating can help someone feel closer to their ex,” explains Goldberg. “This can help them maintain control over sometimes intolerable emotions.”

“If during the break, the couple engages in similar contact (i.e. texting throughout the day, meeting up late at night after drinking for physical comfort, etc.), there won’t be enough space between them to help them make an informed and non-emotional decision,” explains Goldberg.

It boosts mood and helps alleviate anxiety, depression and stress. Physiologically, exercise increases endorphins, which are feel-good neurotransmitters that also can improve sleep quality and reduce the stress hormone cortisol.

On this episode of Talking Away The Taboo, Rachel Goldberg LMFT, PMH joins Aimee Baron, MD to talk about: 1) binge and restrictive eating habits and how that can affect fertility 2) the reasons why disordered eating or exercise can cause fertility issues 3) the guilt and shame that go along with this these diagnoses 4) the small changes suggestions people can make to try to get them out of a destructive feeding pattern 5) her thoughts on ozempic and other meds that have been linked to increased fertility success and how that plays a role in someone’s habits

“Disparities in maternal mental healthcare have been an ongoing issue. The report emphasizes that mental health is the number one risk factor, yet for many, it is neither accessible nor easy to navigate,”

“Negative feelings for many with excess weight are often coped with through food. So, subconsciously feeling disgruntled with oneself will lead to emotional eating, sabotaging weight loss efforts.”

"No parent ever wants to find themselves in this position," Goldberg said. "However, the most sensible approach is to try their best not to react impulsively and to be as supportive as possible. This doesn't mean they have to approve of the relationship…

Feeling stuck in a rut as a mom is incredibly common, especially when the children are not yet in grade school. Part of the issue is that moms, whether consciously aware or not, see the benefits of structure in routine and how it helps keep their children regulated. This creates a cycle where, even if a mom wants to change things up, she ends up feeling it won’t be worth it,”

Though attachment style is often presented as fixed, in reality, it is possible to change your style.

Before you even get into the things that you want in a roommate, Rachel Goldberg, LMFT, founder of Rachel Goldberg Therapy, advises knowing the deal-breakers that would absolutely take someone off the table. “Identify things you absolutely cannot live with, such as a pet allergy or smoking.”

Goldberg suggests that increasing awareness through social media, sharing personal stories, and engaging celebrities in the discussion are some grassroots ways to highlight the inequities in women’s health care among the various U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

“Setting boundaries on vacation with family is crucial because it helps manage and align expectations, ensuring that each person’s needs and desires are considered,”

“For instance, if one partner is a freelance artist who values the freedom to travel and is open to living in different places, it can bring many challenges if the other partner is a nurse who craves stability,” Goldberg says.

“It’s [also] helpful because it can support someone who may feel guilty for not always appreciating their new role as a parent and who mourns the loss of their pre-parenthood self.

When a woman is attracted to someone like that, it is often a result of her not truly knowing what she wants, or being attracted to something others are drawn to, and not truly being secure with herself.

The pain can also be intensified if it comes with feelings of rejection, abandonment, and/or loneliness.

“When someone is struggling with deep emotions due to a breakup, going through the hassle of finding a therapist or dealing with insurance can feel daunting,” she says.