How to help postpartum depression?

According to an article published by the Journal of Affective Disorders, women who have low levels of DHA have higher rates of postpartum depression. Seafood is an excellent dietary source of DHA. If you’re a vegetarian, flaxseed oil is another great source. read more

In fact, postpartum depression and the baby blues share many symptoms, including mood swings, crying jags, sadness, insomnia, and irritability. The difference is that with postpartum depression, the symptoms are more severe (such as suicidal thoughts or an inability to care for your newborn) and longer lasting. read more

Trying to give assistance to someone with postpartum depression is very difficult; the PPD sufferer herself rarely knows what she needs, so is often at a loss for words to describe how she might best be helped. read more