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Everything you must know about the Postpartum Depression
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Everything you must know about the Postpartum Depression

After the nine-month-long wait, every mother is excited and full of joy to hold her baby, which she own after so much of hard work. In this post of A to Z Guide to pregnancy, we’re discussing Postpartum Depression.

Everything you must know about the Postpartum Depression

Many women especially the newly formed for the very first time, feel so disappointed post delivery that leads them to postpartum depression.

So, we are summing up here Everything you must know about the Postpartum Depression with its causes, symptoms, and treatment.

What is Postpartum Depression?

The Postpartum depression(PPD) is a kind of mood disorders that occur to newly form mothers soon after the birth of a baby.

What are the causes of postpartum depression?

Postpartum depression occurs due to a change in hormones. After childbirth, you and your partner will get less time for yourself.

A newborn brings lots of responsibility, you’ve to be with them 24*7 for their needs, this may sometimes frustrate you. You’ve found it difficult to balance with your responsibility.

What are the symptoms of postpartum depression?

Symptoms of postpartum depression include

  • * Irritating behavior
  • * Loss of sleep
  • * Feeling sad
  • * mood changes
  • * Loss of appetite
  • * restlessness
  • * Feeling of guilt or worthless
  • * Loss of interest in daily routine
  • * No interest in baby and family
  • * Some woman even thoughts of hurting their baby

When should you see a doctor?

You must see your doctor if the above-discussed symptoms of postpartum depression last for more than two weeks.

How to deal with Postpartum depression?

Consult your doctor: If you have Postpartum depression that lasts for 6weeks after delivery. It can develop even after 1year of delivery. It can be cute with medical treatment.

Be patient: Everybody life changes after the birth of a child, so patiently deal with it.

Build communication: Spend time with your partner, child, family. Talk about your fears and feelings. Try to sort it out and give space and time for new changes. You’ll get habitual to it soon.

Do meditation: Doing yoga or spiritual things will keep you calm and soothes you mentally.

Seek help: Don’t hesitate to talk to your partner, family, friends or doctor. Express your concern fearfully.

Post delivery you’ve gone through many changes both physically and mentally. Give your life sometimes and you’ll eventually adjust in a meanwhile.

Remember this happens with every couple so be patient and deal it with strong will power.

Hope this article, Everything you must know about the Postpartum Depression will help you or anyone in contact with you through Postpartum Depression.


Reference:

  • webmd com/depression/postpartum-depression/default.htm
  • psycom net/depression.central.post-partum.html

Disclosure: The views expressed in the blog content are independent and unbiased views of solely the blogger.

DISCLAIMER: The content in this post is purely meant for educational purpose only and not to be substituted for professional medical advice. One should consult the expert for any related information

Dr Bushra

Health, Parenting, Lifestyle Blogger

5 thoughts on “Everything you must know about the Postpartum Depression

  1. Yes, please ask for help. Postpartum depression is a natural side effect after childbirth and not something new mothers should be ashamed of.
    Also, depression is sneaky and lies to those who have it. You might only think you’re feeling down and not see the monster eating at your self confidence. If you know of a new mother, be aware of the possibility of postpartum depression, and lead her to the help she needs.

Love to hear from you :)

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