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Learn how to deal with depression after having a baby!

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Feeling blue after birthing?

Feeling blue after birthing?

In addition to the physical changes, you may feel sad or have the "baby blues." This is normal following childbirth. Fifty to 75 percent of new mothers feel a little sad or depressed after giving birth. Your hormone changes, anxiety about caring for the baby, and lack of sleep all affect your emotions.

Be patient with yourself. These feelings are normal and should get better over time. Be aware of your feelings and talk with your family, friends, and your doctor. If you are extremely sad or are unable to care for yourself or your baby, call your doctor right away. You might have a serious condition called postpartum depression.

Signs of postpartum depression include:

feeling restless or irritable

feeling sad, depressed or crying a lot

having no energy

having headaches, chest pains, heart palpitations (the heart being fast and feeling like it is skipping beats), numbness, or hyperventilation (fast and shallow breathing)

not being able to sleep, being very tired, or both

not being able to eat and weight loss

overeating and weight gain

trouble focusing, remembering, or making decisions

being overly worried about the baby

not having any interest in the baby

feeling worthless and guilty

being afraid of hurting the baby or yourself

having no interest or getting no pleasure from activities like sex and socializing

This condition can be successfully treated with medicine and/or therapy. Your doctor can help you feel better and get back to enjoying your new baby. Get more details on postpartum depression.

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