I think that it is important for everyone to know the facts about postpartum depression for many reasons. 1. So you
don’t think I am crazy; 2. So you know that you are not alone if you are feeling any of the symptoms. If you are just tuning in, go here to read part 1 and part 2 of my ongoing tales of depression.
There are different types of depression for new moms…
Many new moms experience the baby blues – a mild, brief bout of depression – for a few days or weeks after giving birth. However, 10 percent to 20 percent of new moms will experience …
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While talking with the pediatrician, I told her that I feel guilty for being sad all the time. I have a healthy baby, a great
marriage, etc. What do I have to be depressed about? She assured me that my feelings of guilt were caused by the depression, which I still don’t understand, but maybe I will soon.
Being that the first person I discussed my issues with was a pediatrician, she could not diagnose or treat my depression. Instead, she referred me to a psychiatrist and told me that I needed to talk about what is going on with someone as soon as possible.
A …
Just as a forewarning, this post is very personal. Honestly, I can’t believe that I am writing it much less posting it on the
internet for the entire world to see. Anyway, here goes…
This week, Braylin had her four month check up. When we checked in for her appointment, the nurse gave me a questionnaire to fill out about how I was feeling (mentally).
My first thought was… Uh oh a stranger wants to know how I am feeling. Should I say, “Everything is fine” like I normally do or should I tell the truth? I read over the questions and decided that for the first time on one of those …
It’s natural to feel strong emotions when you’re pregnant and just after you’ve had a baby. You may feel elated, or you may feel sad. Many women have the “baby blues” just after birth. They feel sad, impatient, or irritable. These feelings usually go away in a week or two. They don’t always need to be treated by a doctor. For some women, feelings of sadness are much more intense. These intense feelings are called postpartum depression. Postpartum depression can be treated with medication and counseling.
This assessment asks you questions to help you figure out your risk for postpartum depression. Take the Quiz Now!
