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Postpartum Depression Symptoms

Many new mothers experience a brief moment of despair and sadness following the birth of their baby known as the "baby blues." It's important to talk to your doctor or health care professional about these feelings.

In some instances, a new mother can develop something even more serious: postpartum psychosis. This can lead to hallucinations, and a lack warning signs of mental health issues sleep, and also thoughts of harming the mother or her baby. Hospitalization may be required.

1. Feelings of despair or a sense of insanity

If you feel depressed or unworthy, you should seek immediate help from a mental health professional. It is important to inform your doctor if you are thinking about suicide or think of hurting yourself or your child. These are potentially dangerous signs of depression recurrence that should not be ignored. These symptoms could be a sign of more severe forms of postpartum depression disorders, such as postpartum schizophrenia.

The most popular method to treat PPD is with antidepressant medication. This will balance the chemicals in your brain that affect your mood. Your doctor will decide on the best medication for you based on your symptoms and if you are breastfeeding. Talk therapy is also a popular treatment. Your doctor may recommend a specific model of therapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy or interpersonal therapy. Support groups can also assist women suffering from PPD.

Other treatments include rest and avoiding visitors who are not necessary. If your baby is asleep, sleeping when they are asleep will aid in getting enough sleep. Exercise can also boost your mood. The idea of forming a network with friends and family members to help with childcare or housework can be very beneficial.

It's important to keep in mind that feeling depressed doesn't mean that you are a bad mom or that you do not love your child. It's not a mental illness. It is medical issue that requires treatment. It is possible to feel better after treatment and have more energy to care for your baby. Untreated depression can also affect the relationship between a mother and her baby and lead to serious health issues for the mom and baby. Women of color are more likely to experience more severe postpartum depression than white women, perhaps due to the fact that they are less likely to seek treatment and be diagnosed.

2. Feelings of anger or rage

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th edition) does not include anger or rage as a sign of PPD however, these feelings are quite common. Anger can be triggered by a variety of factors, such as rapid changes in hormones, sleep deprivation, and worries about becoming a new mother. If you're experiencing these emotions, it's important to talk with your doctor. He may do a depression screening during your follow-up appointment after the birth.

You can also seek assistance from a therapist, or a support group. It's important to let others know how you're feeling to allow them to provide assistance. Offer help with cleaning, cooking or babysitting. If someone offers to look after the baby while you sleep you can take advantage of it. Spend time with people who understand your needs like family and friends, or even new mothers in a mothers group.

If you're having thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, that's an emergency situation and you should contact 911 or your healthcare provider now. This is an indication of postpartum psychiasis which is a rare, but serious medical condition that can be associated with PPD.

If you know a friend or family member who is having these feelings, help them to seek medical attention. Suggest that they talk to their doctor or join a support group for therapists and invite them to accompany them to their appointment as a support person. You can also do other things to help, such as offering babysitting or running around, or join in on outings or playdates with the children. You can also take time to do activities you like, eat a healthy diet, and get enough rest.

3. Feelings of guilt and feeling unworthy

Many new mothers experience feelings of depression, anxiety and fatigue, loneliness, or irritation after childbirth. These feelings are often referred to as the baby blues and can last for several weeks or days after delivery. But if these symptoms last more than two weeks, are getting worse, hinder your ability to take care of the baby or yourself or if you have thoughts of hurting yourself or the baby, you could be suffering from postpartum depression (PPD). When you visit your postpartum doctor, your doctor will assess your health and recommend you to a mental health specialist should it be required. Call 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline if you have thoughts of taking your baby's life or committing suicide.

Remember that PPD isn't your fault, no matter what caused it. Many factors could contribute to the development of perinatal depression, such as hormonal changes, sleep deprivation and emotional and family issues. You are at a higher risk of developing depression or anxiety if it occurred during pregnancy or previously, and if there is an ancestry history of depression in your family.

Certain women have a harder time dealing with postpartum depression, especially if they suffer from more severe symptoms, such as feelings of despair and hopelessness or fears psychological indicators of depression harming themselves or the baby. These symptoms are indicative of a more severe disorder known as postpartum psychosis. It could be harmful for both you and your baby. It is a psychiatric crisis and requires treatment in a hospital. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. It is crucial to have a support system in place. Find family and friends who are willing to help with childcare, housework and errands.

4. Feelings of despair or a sense of insanity

If feelings of desperation, sadness or hopelessness persist for more than two weeks it could be a sign something more serious is happening. Postpartum psychosis can be a more serious condition that can trigger these feelings. This is a very serious mental illness that can cause delusions (thoughts or beliefs that are not true) and hallucinations (seeing or smelling things that are not there) and an euphoria (a elevated and elated state that is out of touch with reality) and paranoia. Women with these symptoms should seek medical attention, either by calling an emergency hotline, going to their doctor, or by going to the emergency room.

Women with PPD can often feel guilt or shame about the way they are feeling. They might feel that their emotions reflect on their children or that they're terrible mothers. However, there is nothing they have done or not done to cause their depression. It is caused by a combination of hormonal and environmental factors that are outside of their control.

PPD is treatable and usually goes away with the right treatment. This can include psychotherapy -- or talk therapy with a psychiatrist, psychologist or mental health counselor -- and sometimes medication. Certain antidepressants can be used while breastfeeding. Women should also strive to get as much rest and support as they can during this time. You can seek assistance with household chores, family members or your partner, or join a mothers support group. They should also eat a balanced diet exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and visit their health care provider regularly for checkups.

5. Feelings of hopelessness or despair

It is essential that women who feel lost or unworthy, immediately consults her doctor. These are serious symptoms that could be a sign of postpartum depression and should never be dismissed. These feelings are more severe than baby blues and could prevent mothers from taking care of her infant or herself. If left untreated and untreated, depression can persist for a longer time and eventually turn into a major depressive disorder. It can also interfere with the bonding between a mother and child and the family's relationship.

Postpartum depression isn't believed to be caused by anything specific however, medical or genetic issues may increase the chance of a mother-to-be experiencing it. Other risk factors include severe stress during the pregnancy, medical problems during the pregnancy and post-birth, and insufficient support from other women. The risk for a woman increases if she has a history physical signs of being depressed depression.

Most women with postpartum depressive disorder improve by taking medication and therapy. Medicine helps balance chemicals in the brain that influence mood. Your doctor can suggest psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or interpersonal therapy or a mother's support group. Therapists can assist a mother-to-be recognize her feelings and manage them in a healthy manner. SSRIs such as sertraline, fluoxetine (Prozac (r)), and paroxetine can be prescribed to treat depression. A newer medication, called brexanolone (Zulresso(r)), is given by IV over a period of two and a half days in the hospital and starts working quickly. It is safe to take during breastfeeding.

It's normal for a mom to feel sad or depressed after the birth of her baby. If these feelings persist or worsen, it's important to consult an expert. If the mother is having thoughts of harming herself or her child, this could be a sign of a more serious form of depression, known as postpartum psychosis. This is a rare disorder.