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Video: Perspectives on Postpartum Depression
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"Baby blues" vs. DepressionMade worse by the sleep deprivation
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Postpartum Depression RiskOdds go up on 2nd pregnancy
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Terrifying Postpartum Story"I didn't tell anyone I had postpartum depression"
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I Was DevastatedBut postpartum therapy took time
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The Tough Choice of Drug Treatment for Postpartum Depression
Read why more new moms are facing this difficult decision
Emerging research on postpartum depression is clear: Antidepressants such as Prozac work, and they're considered fairly safe, even for breast-feeding mothers. But half of all new mothers with postpartum depression are reluctant to take drugs because they fear medication transmitted through breast milk could harm their babies.... Read More
Where to Get Help for Postpartum Depression
Your ob-gyn is a good place to start, but read why you may want more specialized help
Stigma, disbelief, and lack of support from others keeps women who have postpartum depression from getting the treatment they desperately need. One of the surprises of childbirth is how much preparation you get... Read More
Your Risk of Postpartum Depression After Future Pregnancies
The odds aren't in your favor, so it's best to get preventive mental health help
Women who've had one episode of postpartum depression have a 50% risk of getting depression again with a subsequent pregnancy, says Ruta Nonacs, MD... Read More
