Overcoming Postpartum Depression
Overcoming PostPartum Depression The hours, days, and weeks after having a child are filled with a litany of emotions, from joy and excitement, anxiety and fear, and exhaustion and sadness. Unfortunately, despite all of the positives that can come from such a monumental moment in life, approximately 1 in 7 women will struggle with some form of Postpartum Depression, with most (1 in 5) keeping their symptoms to themselves and suffering in silence. Before talking about some of the ways that you can work to overcome it is important to specific a few things. If you (or somebody you love) is struggling with Postpartum Depression, please remember that it is not your fault. You have not done something wrong that has led to this period of depression and feeling this way does not mean that you are a bad parent or that you do not love and care for your new child. With this in mind, what are some ways that you can try to get through this difficult time? Firstly, remember that you are not al...