postpartum depression symptoms

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Q: Postpartum depression symptoms?
i would like to know what were your symptoms of postpartum depression? other than your thoughts. like did you feel slow, spaced out?

A: yess all of those feelings..But i’m older now, I only had 1 child,,I have basically been depressed, and anxiety ridden most of my life. I think maybe you should talk to your family Dr. I sent you an email link on postpartum depression, I hope it helps or you could go to mayoclinic.com and get some answers,,,Takr care Rita

Q: Does anyone know postpartum depression symptoms?
I have a one year old and ever since he was born I’ve been feeling kind of funny. I want to think I have it all under control but now I’m not so sure. Just lately I’ve been having thoughts of killing myself even though I never would because of my son, just because I feel alone and that no one cares. Please help!!

A: After a year its a little late for this to be considered postpartum depression, but it could be just plain ole’ depression. The thoughts of suicide are definitely an indicator of psychological issues within yourself, and feeling abandoned is never any fun. I am recovering from really bad depression right now myself, and I am still pregnant. Something about those hormoes can really throw a woman off. It is going to be really important for you to seek counseling. Maybe you should even start an antidepressant to make things better. Its worth is because you need to be happy for baby boy.

Q: How long does it take for symptoms of postpartum depression to present themselves after birth?
I had a very crazy blue period where I wept constantly in the 7th month of my pregnancy. Now I’ve had the baby and have been at home for nine days – I’ve had sporadic moments of anxiety but nothing that resembles the depression I went through in my pregnancy…just wondered if I am in the clear or if post-partum may still present itself…? Any thoughts from others who have gone through it?

A: I had problems with postpartum depression when my daughter was a baby and I didn’t really realize that it was pp and not baby blues until she was about 3 months old. So I think it was there all the time with me and I just didn’t realize for a while. I think it can strike at any time. It is good that you are aware that it could be a problem. I would give it some time while you adjust to the new little person in your life, but if you don’t start feeling like yourself in the next couple weeks talk to your OB. Please take good care of yourself and enjoy your little angel.

Q: What are the symptoms of postpartum depression?
What are the symptoms and how would you be able to tell if your depressed?
i dont think i have it im just a little emotional

A: If the mild Baby Blues aren’t gone by two weeks postpartum, then it’s automatically called postpartum depression, even if the symptoms are mild. And, if your moods/symptoms are getting in the way of your life in a major way even during those first two weeks, don’t wait – get help right away. The major symptoms of ppd are anxiety, irritability, lack of energy, forgetfulness, low self-esteem, guilt feelings, sleeping problems, appetite problems, frequent crying, overwhelm, and hopelessness. It manifests differently for each woman, but at least some of these symptoms will be present. The great news is that with proper help, ppd goes away!

Dr. Shoshana Bennett

Q: postpartum depression symptoms?
what are symptoms of pp depression? i am 10 days postpartum and i am defiantly depressed i just wonder if its normal depression or ppd…
i have suffered from depression and anorexia before and right now my body will not allow me to eat and when i do i throw up i do not force myself to throw up i just do. i am not trying not to eat i just cant. but the reason i ask for symptoms is because i don’t know if actual pain and achy-ness are symptoms my sternum and stomach are really sore…which could also be from throwing up. but its been sore longer than since i started throwing up..any help would be greatly appreciated. thanks!

A: A past history of an eating disorder or depression (you had both) makes you high risk for ppd. Loss of appetite, irritability, anxiety, low self-esteem, hopelessness, crying, feeling overwhelmed, sleeping problems, lack of energy and forgetfulness are some of the most common symptoms of ppd. When a woman is depressed postpartum, it’s automatically called postpartum depression. Get in touch with a therapist who specializes in postpartum mood issues, and she should be able to give you a plan of action to help you feel better.

Dr. Shoshana Bennett

Q: What are the symptoms for postpartum depression?

A: Sad mood, frequent crying

Lack of pleasure or interest in activities that once gave pleasure

Sleep disturbance

Weight loss

Loss of energy

Agitation or anxiety

Feelings of worthlessness or guilt

Trouble concentrating or making decisions

Thoughts of death or suicide

Decreased interest in sex

Feelings of rejection

Q: Postpartum depression?
I’ve been feeling terrible about myself since my little girl was born five months ago. I’ve never thought about hurting her, so I’m not a danger to her. However, I go through phases where I’m super-happy, and phases where I’m miserable and I feel like I’m fat, stupid, and a terrible mother. During my “bad” days, I have a lot of the typical symptoms of postpartum depression, but then I feel great the next day. Is this postpartum depression, or something else?

A: Tell your doctor right away. There are things you can do to help yourself naturally until your doctor can decide if medication is right for you or not. Take a walk outside every day. Get your little girl in a stroller and get out, no matter how you feel. Make sure you eat healthy foods. Stay away from orange juice when your moods are bad, avoid caffeine, fatty foods and refined sugar. Eat high protein high fiber foods. Stretch every morning when you get up, think happy thoughts. Those things will all help get you back on track. I unfortunately needed prozac for a year too, but you do what you take to get yourself back to normal.

Good luck. (hug)

Q: PostPArtum Depression Symptoms question??
if i have that has been diagnosed with ppd am having intrusive and suicidal thoughts, but would never act on them(not urges…just unwanted thoughts like “i wish i would just die, or id be better off dead”) should they tell their doctor and what will the dr do? i dont want to be admitted to a mental hospital im not crazy. Ive been on an SSRI for 3 months and im seeing a counselor .Is there an advantage to telling the dr?

A: You should tell your counselor – I have been in the same boat after the birth of my son and made it clear that it wasn’t something I intended to do but I was having occassional thoughts intrude like that – they can help you better with a full picture of things, and give you techniques that can help with that.

Hugs. It does get better.

Q: Is it true that you can tell women who have a more likely chance of having postpartum depression by symptoms..
(such as their personality, hormones….) before they are even pregnant?

If so, what are the signs that show you will be more likely? And what do you do about it?

I ask b/c my biological clock is ticking or something. I cry when I find out someone is pregnant (in real life or tv) I cry when I see parents loving their children (rooting them on at a track meet….) I cry when I TV shows have anything to do w/ babies….. And my husband thinks it will be a problem for me later. He worries if I’m already this emotional what will I be like when I am pregnant & after.

A: I do not believe anyone can predict if you’ll get depressions or not. Crying a lot might be due to many reasons and I strongly advise you to go so a psychologist and have some talks. Maybe the root of the problem, if there is one, can be dealt with before you get pregnant. Good luck.

Q: Is it possible to suddenly develop postpartum depression when your baby is 6 months old?
I had this with my middle child so I know what it feels like. My youngest is 6 months old and I am suddenly feeling symptoms of postpartum depression. I was just fine until now. I breastfeed only and there have been no changes with that at all. I have been losing about half a pound every day or two also, for no reason at all. Is it just hormones being goofy or something else?

A: Yes you can develop post-partum depression any time during the first year.

Also some women that previously had post partum depression will develop depression at other times.

However with the weight loss it would be a very good idea to have your thyroid levels checked and low thyroid is also common after birth, can cause depression. While its more commonly associated with weight gain when it causes depression it can also cause weight loss. While you are there you should get your iron and insulin levels checked as well.

Q: Did you go through Postpartum Depression & what were your symptoms?
Did you go through Postpartum Depression & what were your symptoms?
Did you go through Postpartum Depression & what were your symptoms?
Hey all, I just had twins 7 weeks ago and lately I have been severly depressed. I even began seeing a therapist because it’s consuming my everyday life. Here is how I have been feeling, since about 7 months into my pregnancy I began feeling scared of everything, especially the H1N1 because so many pregnant woman where getting it and not making it through. I was so scared of getting it. Then I was freaking out that I might now make it through my c-section…..But, after I delivered I assume life would return back to normal and these anxieties will go away. Well they have not! They have gotten worse…..I wake up and go to sleep every day thinking about when I die I will no longer be here and that means I will no longer be here for my husband and children. I cry all the time about it, I loosing my appetite and feeling very sad and empty inside. things that use to bring me happiness are not longer…I am not sure what to do? Did you go through this, when did it start, who long did it last, and did you take any medicine?

A: First of all I think it is great that you are already seeing someone to talk this through with. Having PPD is something that a lot of women let go untreated and it can be hell to get back on your feet.

I had PPD with my son for a good 8 MONTHS before I shared it with anyone, I felt over whealmed, obsessive over his health, tired, stressed, angry, sad…you name it, that was me.

It sounds to me that you have more anxiety then depression, and medication will probably dramatically effect this in a positive way. I had extremely high anxiety when I was pregnant with my son to the point I couldn’t sleep most nights. I was so afraid that I was going to die giving birth or that something terrible was going to happen that when the time came where they had to do an emergency c-section I was hyperventilating, numb from my face doewn, turning white…I mean, it was horrific for anyone to see.

After I had my son the anxiety over his health became the next issue. I would stand over him at tnight and watch him breathe because I was terrified he’d stop breathing in the night, I would wash my entire house from top to bottom because I was so afraid of him catching germs or getting sick. I didn’t even take him out of the house for the first 2 or 3 months because I was so scared.

The bottom line is, I had a problem and I did nothing to help myself. I let it go to the point where there were nights that I would stare at a blank TV screen and just bawl my eyes out while my son was sleeping in his basanette.

Just keep talking to your doctor and see if you guys can work out something together to improve your situation. Sorry you feel this way momma, just sit tight and it will pass in its time.

Q: Postpartum Depression?
Ive been feeling a little off and me and my fiance both thought I just do some research online about PPD and I found this.

How do I know if I have depression?
When you are pregnant or after you have a baby, you may be depressed and not know it. Some normal changes during and after pregnancy can cause symptoms similar to those of depression. But if you have any of the following symptoms of depression for more than 2 weeks, call your doctor:

•Feeling restless or moody
•Feeling sad, hopeless, and overwhelmed
•Crying a lot
•Having no energy or motivation
•Eating too little or too much
•Sleeping too little or too much
•Having trouble focusing or making decisions
•Having memory problems
•Feeling worthless and guilty
•Losing interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy
•Withdrawing from friends and family
•Having headaches, aches and pains, or stomach problems that don’t go away

We came to the conclusion I have EVERY one of them signs. So i have a few questions.. Aug 22nd I will be 6 months PP, can PPD just pop up? What medicine do they give for it? Any advice/Stories would be helpful.

- jeωeℓℓчssα’s мαмα *;

A: Im going through same but Im only 3wk
PP. I read through an internet source, although I can’t remember which one unfortunatly, that sometimes it does pop up 6mo PP. I wonder why 6mo though.

Q: Can men suffer from postpartum depression?
If a father is at home with a newborn everyday while the mother works, is it possible that he could develop symptoms similar to postpartum depression?

A: He could develop a form of situational depression. It would not be the same per say as post partum depression, since that has to do with a fluctuation of hormones. However, if dad is home every day and has the burden of caring for a newborn it would not be unlikely that he may suffer from feeling over whelmed, stressed and isolated.

Q: postpartum depression?
is it un common for symptoms of postpatum depression to not show up until 5-6 weeks after delivery?

A: No not at all it can show up anytime in the first 12 months after birth, sometimes even after that. Make sure that you seek help as soon as possible if you suspect you may have it, there is plenty of help available, your dr can prescribe medication if necessary and it can be dangerous if left unchecked.

Q: Does postpartum depression occur after an abortion?
If a woman has an abortion, would she suffer the same postpartum symptoms that a normal pregnancy would? It would seem to make sense with the hormones and all. Anyone have any insight to this?

A: hi there chicken biz…….

yes, a woman can definitely have post partum symptoms. because we are talking major hormone changes in the body.
it only makes sense to me that it would happen that way.

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