‘Baby blues’ is a common feeling for all new mothers. But what if it becomes something a bit more severe that needs serious attention?

Postpartum Depression is a serious complication that needs to be addressed early on to prevent further problems. To understand what it is and listen to the advice of experienced professionals, tune into Get Healthy 360’s postpartum depression podcast where the disorder is discussed in detail, along with the latest treatment methods and medications.

What is Postpartum Depression?

Giving birth usually results in a huge surge of mixed emotions for the mother. While there are immeasurable joy and elation of delivering a child into the world, there are complicated feelings like anxiety, fear, stress and an unexpected surge of depression as well.

While it is common to feel like this for a week or two, a prolonged feeling of depression may mean the mother is experiencing postpartum depression which, if left untreated, could trigger a major depressive disorder. Postpartum Psychosis, another extremely rare disorder, is a more severe side-effect of birth.

It is important to understand that having postpartum depression doesn’t mean you are a bad mother. It is just a severe side-effect or complication of giving birth that a lot of new mothers go through.

Some Common Postpartum Depression Symptoms Include:

• Irritability
• Mood Swings
• Reduced or Irregular appetite
• Anxiety
• Prolonged sadness
• Insomnia

How Is It Treated?

Postpartum is treated according to the severity of the symptoms. The two main kinds of treatment are therapy and medication.

Therapy could involve joining support groups for new mothers experiencing similar feelings or it could also mean seeing a therapist or psychologist who could provide counseling. Medication usually involves antidepressants and is usually recommended for more severe cases. Some antidepressants could have side effects like dizziness and a reduced sex drive, while others could be harmful if you are breastfeeding.

Reasons To Tune Into Our Podcast:

• It will help to understand and address your depression better.
• You will be able to connect and develop a healthy relationship with your child.
• You can listen to some of the best healthcare professionals in the industry at the convenience of your home.

Beneficial for both expectant and new mothers, awareness about postpartum depression may help you be better prepared and make sure it doesn’t affect your relationship with both yourself and your child.