Had my 6 weeks postpartum check up, apparently I have postpartum depression. Warning to all the mama's out there. Postpartum depression isn't just the baby blues,or hurting yourself or the baby. It starts out as a general unhappiness with your life or even just unhappy moments & irritability, & if it's left to go untreated that's when it turns in to the deep depression and manic episodes. Glad that they caught this early.
Preggies,
We've seen quite a few posts from moms who look like they are suffering from either prenatal and postpartum depression. This is nothing to be ashamed about and we must support women going through this. Below are numbers and a link to find counseling. Also. we are always here if you need someone to talk to.
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According to The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), between 14-23% of women will struggle with some symptoms of depression during and after pregnancy. W...
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Good to know. Thanks for sharing.