Before let’s consider the factors that may contribute to postpartum depression.
a number of things besides hormonal changes may sometimes be a factor in postpartum depresion.
1-a woman’s personal ideas about motherhood,which may result from an unhappy childhood and poor parental relationships.
2-unrealistic expectations imposed on mothers by society.
3-a family history of depresion.
4-marital dissatisfaction and a lack of support from one’s immediate or extended family.
5-poor self image
6-feeling overburdened or overwhelmed by caring for young children full time.
others factors may also contribute to postpartum depression the lists above are not exhaustive.
how to help yourself with postpartum depresion.
1-if depression persists,seek professional help.the sooner you do so,the sooner you can be on the road to recovery.seek out and understanding doctor who is familiar with the condition.try not to feel ashamed of your postpartum depression or to feel embarassed if you need to take medications.
2-exercice regularly.studies have shown that regular exercice can be an effective therapy for depression.
3-tell those who are closet to you how you feel.do not isolate yourself or bottle up your feelings.
4-remember that you don’t have to have a perfect house.try to keep your life simple by focusing on things that are essential.

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Postnatal depression is estimated to affect 1 in 5 women and is found in all cultural, social and age groups. There are different types of this condition experienced by mothers after birth. There is the ‘Baby Blues’ which usually occurs between the 3rd and 5th day and usually resolve by the 10th day. It is thought to be the response to hormone changes and the stress of giving birth and occurs in up to 70% of women.

Postnatal depression has a gradual onset between the 3rd and 9th month. Postpartum Psychosis occurs in approximately 1 in 500 births and is quite rare. It seems to be genetically linked and typically occurs after the first baby. It presents as a manic depressive illness and requires urgent psychiatric treatment. Read the rest of this entry

A huge number of mothers suffer, sometimes without help with some level of Postnatal Depression. It is estimated that between ten and fifteen percent of all mothers will face the potentially severe effects of this illness. The severity of this condition can vary massively but at no point should even the mildest form be taken lightly. The effects normally begin to show within the first month after birth and can develop to last for months. Stress reduction and management should therefore be considered a high priority and it’s learning a way of life which may help to minimize and effects of Postnatal Depression.

It is estimated that 1 in 10 women develop Postnatal Depression. The first signs of Postnatal Depression usually develop within the first month after birth. However, it can take up to a year for some women to develop full-blown Postnatal Depression. Without the correct treatment or understanding the condtion is very likely to worsen and potentially impare the bond you create with your new child. So how do you know if you have the condition and how can you cope if you do?

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