Most women who deliver a baby experience the "baby blues," (50%-80%).
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy it is likely that you will be included in those percentages.
A woman with the "baby blues" may:
*Cry more easily than usual
*Have trouble sleeping
*Feel irritable, sad and emotionally "on edge"
These symptoms may go away on their own within 2 weeks, and will probably not require medical treatment if the mother can still properly care for her baby.
IF the symptoms go on longer than 2 weeks the mother needs to visit her doctor, Post-partum Major Depression could develop. 10% to 20% of women who have given birth develop post-partum major depression, anytime after delivery.
Women who have a history of depression, have experienced post-partum depression before, have a lot of stress, or do not have support during and after the pregnancy are even more likely to develop post-partum major depression.
Symptoms of post-partum major depression include:
*Depressed mood
*Tearfulness
*Inability to enjoy pleasurable activities
*Trouble sleeping
*Fatigue
*Appetite problems
*Impaired concentration
Other symptoms include:
*Feelings of inadequacy as a parent
*Suicidal thoughts
This type of problem is a problem with brain chemistry, and is not the mothers fault. This is a serious problem and women with these symptoms should go to their doctor as soon as they can.
Post-partum major depression interferes with a mother's ability to care for her baby and can affect the baby's development, so it is important to get help. There are successful treatments available.
The birth of a baby can mess with a mothers emotions. Some emotions the mother will have include excitement, joy, fear, anxiety & depression. Depression after birth is not a weakness, especially if this pregnancy was not planned. Sometimes it is simply part of giving birth. If you are depressed treatment can help you manage your symptoms. If you are experiencing depression after a delivery and would like our assistance in finding help, just contact our agency, we are here to help!
Christian Child Placement Service
e-mail: adopt@nmcch.org
http://www.adoptnewmexico.org/
http://www.facebook.com/Adoption.aChoiceforLife
1-800-553-2229 (BABY) ex.14
If you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy it is likely that you will be included in those percentages.
A woman with the "baby blues" may:
*Cry more easily than usual
*Have trouble sleeping
*Feel irritable, sad and emotionally "on edge"
These symptoms may go away on their own within 2 weeks, and will probably not require medical treatment if the mother can still properly care for her baby.
IF the symptoms go on longer than 2 weeks the mother needs to visit her doctor, Post-partum Major Depression could develop. 10% to 20% of women who have given birth develop post-partum major depression, anytime after delivery.
Women who have a history of depression, have experienced post-partum depression before, have a lot of stress, or do not have support during and after the pregnancy are even more likely to develop post-partum major depression.
Symptoms of post-partum major depression include:
*Depressed mood
*Tearfulness
*Inability to enjoy pleasurable activities
*Trouble sleeping
*Fatigue
*Appetite problems
*Impaired concentration
Other symptoms include:
*Feelings of inadequacy as a parent
*Suicidal thoughts
This type of problem is a problem with brain chemistry, and is not the mothers fault. This is a serious problem and women with these symptoms should go to their doctor as soon as they can.
Post-partum major depression interferes with a mother's ability to care for her baby and can affect the baby's development, so it is important to get help. There are successful treatments available.
The birth of a baby can mess with a mothers emotions. Some emotions the mother will have include excitement, joy, fear, anxiety & depression. Depression after birth is not a weakness, especially if this pregnancy was not planned. Sometimes it is simply part of giving birth. If you are depressed treatment can help you manage your symptoms. If you are experiencing depression after a delivery and would like our assistance in finding help, just contact our agency, we are here to help!
Christian Child Placement Service
e-mail: adopt@nmcch.org
http://www.adoptnewmexico.org/
http://www.facebook.com/Adoption.aChoiceforLife
1-800-553-2229 (BABY) ex.14
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