Help provide support, educational and advocacy services for pregnant and parenting women just by scanning your Kroger Plus Card. All you have to do is register your card with our organization and you're all set! The instructions are below for online sign up.
POEM’s NPO number 84176.
TO USE THE KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM:
Register online at www.krogercommunityrewards.com
****You may need to scroll down to see the sign-up information on every page****
Be sure to have your Kroger Plus card handy and register your card with your organization after you sign up.
If you do not yet have a Kroger Plus card, they are available at the customer service desk at any Kroger.
Click on Sign In/Register
Most participants are new online customers, so you must click on SIGN UP TODAY in the ‘New Customer?’ box.
Sign up for a Kroger Rewards Account by entering zip code, clicking on favorite store, entering your email address and creating a password, agreeing to the terms and conditions.
You will then get a message to check your email inbox and click on the link within the body of the email.
Click on My Account and use your email address and password to proceed to the next step.
Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input your Kroger Plus card number.
Update or confirm your information.
Enter NPO number or name of organization, select organization from list and click on confirm.
To verify you are enrolled correctly, you will see your organization’s name on the right side of your information page.
REMEMBER, purchases will not count for your group until after your card is registered.
Do you use your phone number at the register? Call 877-576-7587 to get your Kroger Plus card number.
Swipe your registered Kroger Plus card or use the phone number that is related to their registered Kroger Plus card when shopping for each purchase to count.
If you are interested in the alternate SCANBAR method of member registration, please call 800-837-4483 and a SCANBAR letter will be mailed to you.
Call our business line at 614.306.7313 or Kroger at 800.837.4483 if you have any questions. Thanks!
Friday, September 4, 2009
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Great post on WSJ blog
Author Michelle Gerdes bravely writes about her experience with PPD and returning to work on The Wall Street Journal's Blog, The Juggle.
At the close of her article, she asks for readers' comments about their own experiences. Be forewarned, though, some of the comments are those who obviously haven't learned about non-judgmental mom-to-mom support - a principal we hold so dear here at POEM. Several are, though, thoughtful comments from mothers who've experienced similar issues, yet again showing that sharing our trials, really does help us feel not so alone.
Thank you, Ms. Gerdes, for opening up about your struggles.
http://www.poemonline.org/
At the close of her article, she asks for readers' comments about their own experiences. Be forewarned, though, some of the comments are those who obviously haven't learned about non-judgmental mom-to-mom support - a principal we hold so dear here at POEM. Several are, though, thoughtful comments from mothers who've experienced similar issues, yet again showing that sharing our trials, really does help us feel not so alone.
Thank you, Ms. Gerdes, for opening up about your struggles.
http://www.poemonline.org/
Thank you, Jane Honikman.
At the Postpartum Support International(PSI) Annual Conference earlier this month, your humble POEM directors were presented with the Jane Honikman Award. Jane is the founder of PSI, and the award was created to note "outstanding contributions to the goal of increased awareness of emotional health relating to childbearing."
Not only is it an honor to be recognized for our work, but to receive it from Jane - Wow. She's a powerhouse in a petite package. She has continually appeared undaunted by the many obstacles in the recognition of both postpartum mood disorders and the immense value of social support. She has forged on -providing a voice of support and leadership to both countless families and survivors who look to follow in her footsteps.
Thank you.
Check out Jane's warm & welcoming website here.
Not only is it an honor to be recognized for our work, but to receive it from Jane - Wow. She's a powerhouse in a petite package. She has continually appeared undaunted by the many obstacles in the recognition of both postpartum mood disorders and the immense value of social support. She has forged on -providing a voice of support and leadership to both countless families and survivors who look to follow in her footsteps.
Thank you.
Check out Jane's warm & welcoming website here.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Upcoming Support Meetings
Our next Columbus area Support Group meeting is one week away - August 25. We begin around 7pm.
We meet at Northwest Counseling Center, 1560 Fishinger Rd, Columbus, 43221. CLICK HERE for map/directions.
Additional Meeting Dates -
Saturdays, 10am:
Sept. 12
Oct. 10
Nov. 14
Dec. 12
Tuesdays, 7pm:
Aug. 25
Sept. 29
Oct. 27
Nov. 24
Dec. 29
Hope to see you there! Please call the Support Line, 614.315.8989, or email amy@poemonline.org if you have any questions.
We meet at Northwest Counseling Center, 1560 Fishinger Rd, Columbus, 43221. CLICK HERE for map/directions.
Additional Meeting Dates -
Saturdays, 10am:
Sept. 12
Oct. 10
Nov. 14
Dec. 12
Tuesdays, 7pm:
Aug. 25
Sept. 29
Oct. 27
Nov. 24
Dec. 29
Hope to see you there! Please call the Support Line, 614.315.8989, or email amy@poemonline.org if you have any questions.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
CNN: Are you at risk for postpartum mood disorder?
A great, comprehensive article from CNN:
Postpartum Mood Disorder
Postpartum Mood Disorder
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Article in The Columbus Dispatch - front page!
We made the Front Page!
Here's the link to the full article: Fearful mothers finding help: Support group, doctors take on depression
Thank you to The Columbus Dispatch and Medical Reporter Misti Crane for providing a quality, well-balanced article about the important issue of maternal mental health. Many thanks, also, to Jobie Krantz and Heidi McAlister for their contributions to the piece. And, most importantly, thank you to our unsung hero, Amy Burt, in leading our vital mom-to-mom support programs!
Here's the link to the full article: Fearful mothers finding help: Support group, doctors take on depression
Thank you to The Columbus Dispatch and Medical Reporter Misti Crane for providing a quality, well-balanced article about the important issue of maternal mental health. Many thanks, also, to Jobie Krantz and Heidi McAlister for their contributions to the piece. And, most importantly, thank you to our unsung hero, Amy Burt, in leading our vital mom-to-mom support programs!
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Postpartum Depression is Top Priority for New ACOG President
Chicago, IL -- Today Gerald F. Joseph Jr, MD, of Louisiana , became the 60th president of The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), based in Washington , DC . During his inaugural speech at ACOG's Annual Clinical Meeting, Dr. Joseph announced that postpartum depression is the theme of his presidential initiative.
"While in an ideal world, the newly delivered mother is at the peak of her reproductive health, with a beautiful child and, ideally, a supportive, loving family, this unfortunately is not always the case," said Dr. Joseph. "Studies show that this is a most vulnerable time for our patients, especially those prone to depression or those with a history of depression." Complicating matters is that the new mother often can't bring herself to admit to any problems or negative emotions due to societal pressures, he said. Instead of asking for help, she may feel guilty for not being 'grateful' or a 'good' mother.
Dr. Joseph explained that the 'baby blues,' which affect as many as 80% of new mothers, usually start early after delivery and spontaneously resolve within a very short period of time. "But what happens when these negative feelings don't resolve and true major depression becomes a part of the process?" he asked. "This can be devastating for the mother, the child, the partner, the family, and the ob-gyn who is caring for her."
There are three areas in particular that need to be addressed, according to Dr. Joseph. "First, we need to determine the true prevalence and incidence of postpartum depression," he said. Because definitions of depression vary among different studies, postpartum depression is estimated to range anywhere from five percent to more than 25 percent, depending on these changing definitions and the diversity of populations studied. "Second, the available screening tools to assess potentially at-risk pregnant women often are imprecise and leave much to be desired. And, finally, we need to develop evidence-based guidelines for ACOG members to screen for postpartum depression."
"We also need to know how ACOG Fellows screen and identify patients suffering from postpartum depression," Dr. Joseph continued. "When do they counsel? How do they treat? Do they refer to other specialists for treatment? What kind of local programs are available for education and support? These are all questions that we need answers to."
In addition, Dr. Joseph said, "Let us hope that this is the year for real, meaningful health care reform. Effective, affordable health care needs to start on the front end with prevention of disease, rather than the acute care on the back end that too many of our citizens receive today. We end up caring for sicker patients and paying much more for expensive acute care rather than the less expensive preventive care. As president, I assure you that ACOG will continue to push for preventive care for all."
Dr. Joseph is a senior consultant in gynecology at the Ochsner Health Center in Covington , LA , and clinical assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Louisiana State University and Tulane University in New Orleans . He has been an ACOG Fellow since 1978. Dr. Joseph has chaired the Committee on Scientific Program and the task forces on Enhancing Practice Satisfaction and District and Section Contributions. He has been a member of ACOG's Executive Board and has served as the Executive Board liaison to the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Joseph has served on the committees on Gynecologic Practice, Nominations, Credentials, and Long-Range Planning and on the task forces on Medical Student Recruitment, Nominations Process, and Scope of Practice. He has been a member of the Council of District Chairs, the Grievance Committee's Appeals Panel Committee, and the medical advisory board for pause® magazine.
Dr. Joseph has served in numerous regional leadership positions, including chair of ACOG District VII and the Louisiana Section. He has also served as District VII scientific program chair and as a member of the Missouri Section Advisory Council. Dr. Joseph is past president of the New Orleans Gynecological and Obstetrical Society and the Southeastern Obstetrical and Gynecological Society. He has been active in the Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for many years, serving as a member of the board of trustees and as vice president.
Dr. Joseph received his medical degree from Tulane University and completed his residency at Louisiana State University in Shreveport .
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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is the nation's leading group of physicians providing health care for women. As a private, voluntary, nonprofit membership organization, ACOG: strongly advocates for quality health care for women; maintains the highest standards of clinical practice and continuing education of its members; promotes patient education; and increases awareness among its members and the public of the changing issues facing women's health care.
"While in an ideal world, the newly delivered mother is at the peak of her reproductive health, with a beautiful child and, ideally, a supportive, loving family, this unfortunately is not always the case," said Dr. Joseph. "Studies show that this is a most vulnerable time for our patients, especially those prone to depression or those with a history of depression." Complicating matters is that the new mother often can't bring herself to admit to any problems or negative emotions due to societal pressures, he said. Instead of asking for help, she may feel guilty for not being 'grateful' or a 'good' mother.
Dr. Joseph explained that the 'baby blues,' which affect as many as 80% of new mothers, usually start early after delivery and spontaneously resolve within a very short period of time. "But what happens when these negative feelings don't resolve and true major depression becomes a part of the process?" he asked. "This can be devastating for the mother, the child, the partner, the family, and the ob-gyn who is caring for her."
There are three areas in particular that need to be addressed, according to Dr. Joseph. "First, we need to determine the true prevalence and incidence of postpartum depression," he said. Because definitions of depression vary among different studies, postpartum depression is estimated to range anywhere from five percent to more than 25 percent, depending on these changing definitions and the diversity of populations studied. "Second, the available screening tools to assess potentially at-risk pregnant women often are imprecise and leave much to be desired. And, finally, we need to develop evidence-based guidelines for ACOG members to screen for postpartum depression."
"We also need to know how ACOG Fellows screen and identify patients suffering from postpartum depression," Dr. Joseph continued. "When do they counsel? How do they treat? Do they refer to other specialists for treatment? What kind of local programs are available for education and support? These are all questions that we need answers to."
In addition, Dr. Joseph said, "Let us hope that this is the year for real, meaningful health care reform. Effective, affordable health care needs to start on the front end with prevention of disease, rather than the acute care on the back end that too many of our citizens receive today. We end up caring for sicker patients and paying much more for expensive acute care rather than the less expensive preventive care. As president, I assure you that ACOG will continue to push for preventive care for all."
Dr. Joseph is a senior consultant in gynecology at the Ochsner Health Center in Covington , LA , and clinical assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Louisiana State University and Tulane University in New Orleans . He has been an ACOG Fellow since 1978. Dr. Joseph has chaired the Committee on Scientific Program and the task forces on Enhancing Practice Satisfaction and District and Section Contributions. He has been a member of ACOG's Executive Board and has served as the Executive Board liaison to the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Joseph has served on the committees on Gynecologic Practice, Nominations, Credentials, and Long-Range Planning and on the task forces on Medical Student Recruitment, Nominations Process, and Scope of Practice. He has been a member of the Council of District Chairs, the Grievance Committee's Appeals Panel Committee, and the medical advisory board for pause® magazine.
Dr. Joseph has served in numerous regional leadership positions, including chair of ACOG District VII and the Louisiana Section. He has also served as District VII scientific program chair and as a member of the Missouri Section Advisory Council. Dr. Joseph is past president of the New Orleans Gynecological and Obstetrical Society and the Southeastern Obstetrical and Gynecological Society. He has been active in the Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for many years, serving as a member of the board of trustees and as vice president.
Dr. Joseph received his medical degree from Tulane University and completed his residency at Louisiana State University in Shreveport .
# # #
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is the nation's leading group of physicians providing health care for women. As a private, voluntary, nonprofit membership organization, ACOG: strongly advocates for quality health care for women; maintains the highest standards of clinical practice and continuing education of its members; promotes patient education; and increases awareness among its members and the public of the changing issues facing women's health care.
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