Post partum depression

[arunima]

It's commonly called as 'baby blues', but it is actually more than that. While baby blue is very natural and would effect almost all after delivery. You feel overwhelmed by the new bundle of joy and the immense responsibility that it brings. Your pregnancy hormones drop down after delivery and you are pumped up with oxytocin to nurture. You become emotionally vulnerable.
But then baby blues don't last for long. They disappear in few days to couple of weeks. But post partum depression doesn't. It stays long and can even go for moths or even a year or more if the right help is not given. Your bundle of joy dies come with added responsibility. You have anticipations, anxiety and even societal pressure to be a good parent and give best to your baby. The new baby can leave you sleep deprived and feeling helpless. You might be in the grip of feeling guilty for not feeling happy about the birth or even doubting your bond with the baby. If you think that the baby blues have continued for long, it is definitely post partum depression. And you need to seek professional help.

 

[Debashis]

In simple words, postpartum depression is a type of depression that occurs after childbirth. It is characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion. It can affect the mother's ability to bond with her baby and can have long-lasting effects if left untreated. Treatment options include therapy, medication, and support groups.

 

[arunima]

However, in most cases, postpartum depression will show up in the first few weeks and can go on for a long if the right help is not provided. In some cases, it might appear after some time of the child's birth, even after a few months. There is a huge change in the lifestyle of a new mom. The responsibility of a newborn can be overwhelming. Moreover, there is a disruption in the sleep cycle with the child. Insufficient eye shut and feeling of exhaustion can trigger post partum depression even at a later stage.

 

[Nomad]

One of my cousins suffered from post-partum depression. She always had nasty thoughts about her newborn child and husband. She began imagining that her husband would harm her child, she even thought that she would hurt her child. She would imagine situation where the cot would break and the fall down. Thankfully, as the child grew older, her thoughts began to normalize and he got away from her depression.

 

[Deep]

It's commonly called as 'baby blues', but it is actually more than that. While baby blue is very natural and would effect almost all after delivery. You feel overwhelmed by the new bundle of joy and the immense responsibility that it brings. Your pregnancy hormones drop down after delivery and you are pumped up with oxytocin to nurture. You become emotionally vulnerable.
But then baby blues don't last for long. They disappear in few days to couple of weeks. But post partum depression doesn't. It stays long and can even go for moths or even a year or more if the right help is not given. Your bundle of joy dies come with added responsibility. You have anticipations, anxiety and even societal pressure to be a good parent and give best to your baby. The new baby can leave you sleep deprived and feeling helpless. You might be in the grip of feeling guilty for not feeling happy about the birth or even doubting your bond with the baby. If you think that the baby blues have continued for long, it is definitely post partum depression. And you need to seek professional help.

Baby blues are temporary, but postpartum depression lingers. Hormonal shifts, anxiety, and exhaustion can overwhelm. If sadness persists, seek professional help for recovery and support.

 

[Melanie717]

It's commonly called as 'baby blues', but it is actually more than that. While baby blue is very natural and would effect almost all after delivery. You feel overwhelmed by the new bundle of joy and the immense responsibility that it brings. Your pregnancy hormones drop down after delivery and you are pumped up with oxytocin to nurture. You become emotionally vulnerable.
But then baby blues don't last for long. They disappear in few days to couple of weeks. But post partum depression doesn't. It stays long and can even go for moths or even a year or more if the right help is not given. Your bundle of joy dies come with added responsibility. You have anticipations, anxiety and even societal pressure to be a good parent and give best to your baby. The new baby can leave you sleep deprived and feeling helpless. You might be in the grip of feeling guilty for not feeling happy about the birth or even doubting your bond with the baby. If you think that the baby blues have continued for long, it is definitely post partum depression. And you need to seek professional help.

It’s a combination of lack of sleep, the stress of trying to do everything right, and in my opinion, the hormonal shift that is the biggest problem in this scenario.
OCD tends to surface in many new moms.
Sometimes for the first time ever.