After pregnancy, most of the new moms feel happy for a moment and then from the next moment they feel sad.
There are two conditions; they are baby blues and postpartum depression; from which you may suffer after giving birth to your baby.
Baby Blues is the condition; in which you feel moody and sad for a week.
Postpartum depression is the condition which continues for more than two weeks.
Postpartum depression after pregnancy makes you feel anxious, restless, worthless and fatigued.
Most of the new moms will hurt themselves or their babies. Postpartum depression does not go away quickly. In the very rare conditions, new moms will suffer from something more serious.
Sometimes they may not eat, feel trouble while sleeping and finally after the pregnancy this can lead to postpartum depression.
These warning signs indicate you that you are in postpartum period, so call your health care provider if you have any of these symptoms:
If you have any of the following symptoms then you are more likely to get postpartum depression.
The exact cause of postpartum depression in a woman is still not known. There is a greater change in your hormone levels during your pregnancy and after the childbirth.
The hormonal changes can cause chemical changes in the brain which play a great role in causing postpartum depression.
If you are suffering from this condition, it is essential to get help as soon as you can. Without proper treatment it will become severe and continue for years. Various forms of therapies are available to treat the condition effectively.
Remember that postpartum can be a great time for adjustment. So, don’t be depressed.
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