Measuring pain in postpartum women: A first look

Sept. 12, 2025 | Vince Lara-Cinisomo Postpartum depression linked to heightened pain perception in mothers’ brains Bringing a new baby into the world is often described as joyful, overwhelming, and exhausting all at once. But what’s less often talked about is how the postpartum body—and brain—handle pain, especially for mothers dealing with postpartum depression. A […]

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