Postpartum depression is common—and treatable
It affects many new parents. Knowing the signs can help you figure out next steps.
Symptoms can include:
- Feeling very sad, empty, or overwhelmed
- Anxiety or constant worry
- Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
- Changes in appetite
- Loss of interest in things you enjoy
Check in with your provider if these feelings last longer than two weeks, feel overwhelming, or make it hard to care for yourself or your baby.
If you have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, call 988 or seek emergency help right away.
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Symptoms can include:
- Feeling very sad, empty, or overwhelmed
- Anxiety or constant worry
- Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
- Changes in appetite
- Loss of interest in things you enjoy
Check in with your provider if these feelings last longer than two weeks, feel overwhelming, or make it hard to care for yourself or your baby.
If you have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, call 988 or seek emergency help right away.