Candice Wood MD

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Candice Wood MD

Women's Health Provider. Woman Made Well clinic in Phoenix, AZ

05/16/2025

Today I am representing Postpartum Support International at the Annual Clinical meeting of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. So excited to be here educating so many providers about the amazing resources available to help with perinatal mental health.

03/10/2025

Preeclampsia, a blood pressure disease in pregnancy, is one of the many complications in pregnancy that many of my patients fear as they navigate pregnancy and the birth of their baby. It's common enough and if untreated the implications can be significant, so their concerns are real.

Other patients come to me, having had preeclampsia complicate their first pregnancy, scared for their own health and the health of a baby if they were to get pregnant again.

Doctors at UW may be changing my and all other doctors abilities to help resolve these mothers' concerns using non invasive testing. Further studies are needed, but initial results are hopeful that we may be able to predict if a mom will get preeclampsia from blood cells from the placenta that we can find in the maternal blood stream. With this we can help get moms and babies the treatment they need when they need it, potentially prolong pregnancy, and decrease mortality.

02/26/2025

A mid-week reminder for you: you & your effort matters 💗

02/24/2025

When I became a mom, it felt like my life flipped upside down… meanwhile, it seemed like my partner’s world barely shifted 🌎

He went to work, kept his social life intact, and I was left carrying all the weight. I felt resentful, overwhelmed, & invisible.

Moms often take on the role of household CEO, managing everything from feeding schedules to laundry to appointments. But there’s no paycheck, no promotion, and often, no “thank you”. I didn’t need him to do it all, but I needed him to see me.

So I got specific:
👉 What did I really need help with?
👉 How could he make me feel more valued?
👉 How could we both support each other beyond parenting?

It wasn’t easy, but those conversations made all the difference. If you’re feeling forgotten or resentful, remember—it’s okay to ask for love, appreciation, and support. You deserve it.

What’s one way you’ve shared your needs with your partner? Let’s talk in the comments—you’re not alone in this ❤️

02/17/2025

As a physician specializing in postpartum mental health, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside hundreds of women through the ups & downs of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood.

As a mom of five, I also know firsthand how overwhelming this journey can feel.

And getting quality sleep is a big part of that!

You deserve rest, but you’re not alone if it feels elusive.

That’s why I created a FREE pregnancy sleep hacks guide to help new moms understand the sleep changes you can expect, and my top tips for getting better rest 😴

Download it for free on my website: https://www.womanmadewell.com/

02/10/2025

When I had my first baby, I wasn’t prepared for how lonely and isolating it would feel ❤️‍🩹

I was suddenly stuck within four walls while my old life—the people I worked with, my social connections—moved on without me. Everything felt harder, and I didn’t know where to turn for support.

Then I decided to reach out. I started meeting other new moms at the park, and those weekly meetups quickly became my lifeline 🌳

We’d sit on a blanket, share stories, swap advice, and remind each other we weren’t alone. Over time, that group became a community. From the blanket to the playground and back again as the kids grew, those moms turned into lifelong friends.

If you’re feeling isolated, know there are so many ways to find connection.

👉 meet up with moms at the park
👉 join a fitness class for moms & babies
👉 attend library storytime
👉 get involved in your faith community

As your kids grow, their activities—like swimming, ballet, or sports—can also bring you closer to other parents. And don’t forget your friends without kids; involving them in small ways can keep those bonds strong too.

Motherhood is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone. How have you built your community as a mom? I’d love to hear your ideas in the comments! ❤️

02/03/2025

Mondays can be tough, so here are some affirmations to ease postpartum anxiety 💕

Remember - you’ve got this!

01/29/2025

I love this quote, because motherhood truly can feel like doing the impossible some days!

Shoutout to all the mama’s doing their best & making the impossible happen this week - you’ve got this! 🙌

01/27/2025

When I was 8 days postpartum with twins, I got sick… and I mean REALLY sick.

High fever, sweating, couldn’t stand up, and more.

I ended up having to go to the hospital. I had to get an MRI & because of that, couldn’t breastfeed.

I had 5 kids. My mom was visiting to help out, but was leaving the next day. And I knew there was no way I could do this alone.

I reached out to my friend who I knew was nursing her child & asked if she had any breastmilk. She came over, fed my babies, and another friend came to put my other kids to bed, because it was too much for my mom to do alone.

Ultimately, everything ended up being okay. But there’s no way I could’ve done it alone.

Leaning on others is SO important as a new mom. That community support will make a big difference in your experience and stress levels.

So take this as your reminder: It’s okay to ask for help! 💗

01/22/2025

If you want to overcome (or avoid) postpartum blues, depression & anxiety, then I’ve got just the thing for you.

This 30-minute training is free & immediately accessible after signing up - plus, I’m even including a bonus Time Organization Worksheet tailored specifically for moms!

Check it out at the link in bio 👆

01/20/2025

Some encouraging affirmations for moms who are feeling overwhelmed, not good enough, forgotten or trapped today…

Let me know which affirmation resonated with you the most in the comments below 💗

01/15/2025

There are many challenges that come up for moms in postpartum, but these 4 are some of the most common ones I hear in my practice 👆

If you are experiencing any (or all) of these, just know that you are not alone! Motherhood is a learning process, and that’s why I’m here to support new moms on that journey.

Check out my free resources, as well my online course “Thriving Motherhood”, available on my website (link in bio) 🔗

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http://womanmadewell.com/

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