Postpartum Depression- There is Hope and Help

 
Many new moms experience the "postpartum baby blues" after childbirth, which can include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety, as well as problems with sleep.

Baby blues usually begin within the first two to three days after delivery and can last for up to two weeks.

However, some new moms experience more of a severe, long-lasting form of depression known as postpartum depression. 

On extreme rare cases, a mood disorder called postpartum psychosis may also develop after childbirth.

Postpartum depression isn't a character flaw or a weakness. 

 Some symptoms of Postpartum Depression are:

  Depressed mood or severe mood swings

Excessive crying
 

Difficulty bonding with your baby

Withdrawing from family and friends

Loss of appetite or eating much more than usual

Inability to sleep (insomnia) or sleeping too much

Overwhelming fatigue or loss of energy

Reduced interest and pleasure in activities you used to enjoy

Intense irritability and anger

Fear that you're not a good mother

Feelings of worthlessness, shame, guilt or inadequacy

Diminished ability to think clearly, 
concentrate or make decisions

Severe anxiety and panic attacks

Thoughts of harming yourself or your baby

Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide

 When to see a doctor:

If you're feeling depressed after your baby's birth, you may be reluctant or embarrassed to admit it. But if you experience any symptoms of postpartum baby blues or postpartum depression, call your doctor and schedule an appointment. If you have symptoms that suggest you may have postpartum psychosis, get help immediately.

It's important to call your doctor as soon as possible if the signs and symptoms of depression have any of these features:

Don't fade after two weeks

Things are getting worse

Make it hard for you to care for your baby

Make it hard to complete everyday tasks

Thoughts of harming yourself or your baby

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