A new little person into a family evokes strong emotions.
The birth of a baby can trigger a jumble of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. But it can also result in something you might not expect — depression.
Signs and symptoms of depression after childbirth vary, and they can range from mild to severe.
There's no single cause of postpartum depression, but physical and emotional issues
may play a role.
Every woman's body is individual, so do not hesitate to speak out on this topic!
If you are going through a period of pregnancy, childbirth or postpartum without any side
effects, please do not turn your personal experience over to a mother who may be quite
embarrassed, or who is afraid to talk about it out of fear of remarks.
Remember, postpartum depression can occur both during your first childbirth and after
you have several children.
Because of depression, a woman has a strong desire to cry, has difficulty communicating with infants, shy away from family members and no longer desires toccommunicate with friends, complains of fatigue, irritability and anger, masters feeling like a bad mother, suffers from shame and guilt, has panic attacks and other symptoms.
Please note that sometimes these symptoms go unnoticed by those around you, so you may not even realize that you need the help of a partner. That is why if you notice signs of postpartum depression do not hesitate to tell relatives and consult a doctor in a timely manner. There is nothing to worry about, because with timely treatment any unpleasant
symptoms will disappear - modern medicine can help you.
Treatment for postpartum depression includes psychotherapy, medication, or both.
In addition to professional treatment, you can do some things for yourself that build on your treatment plan and help speed recovery.
It is recommended to:
- Make healthy lifestyle choices. Include physical activity, such as a walk with your baby, and other forms of exercise in your daily routine.
- Try to get adequate rest.
- Eat healthy foods and avoid alcohol.
- Set realistic expectations. Don't pressure yourself to do everything. Do what you can and leave the rest.
- Make time for yourself. Take some time for yourself and get out of the house. That may mean asking a partner to take care of the baby or arranging for a sitter. Do something you enjoy, such as a hobby or some form of entertainment. You might also schedule some time alone with your partner or friends.
- Avoid isolation. Talk with your partner, family and friends about how you're feeling. Ask other mothers about their experiences. Breaking the isolation may help you feel human again.
- Ask for help. Try to open up to the people close to you and let them know you need help. If someone offers to baby-sit, take them up on it. If you can sleep, take a nap, or maybe you can catch a movie or meet for coffee with friends. You may also benefit from asking for help with parenting skills that can include caregiving techniques to improve your baby's sleep and soothe fussing and crying.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/postpartum-
depression/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20376623
