Depression
(PPD)
Anxiety
(PPA)
Panic
Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive
Disorder (OCD)
Postpartum
PTSD
Bipolar
Disorder
Postpartum
Psychosis
Symptoms
Feelings of guilt, shame, or hopelessness
Disturbance of sleep and appetite
Feelings of anger, rage, or irritability, or scary and unwanted thoughts
Crying and sadness, constant worry or racing thoughts
Lack of interest in the baby or difficulty bonding with baby
Physical symptoms like dizziness, hot flashes, and nausea
Loss of interest, joy or pleasure in things you used to enjoy
Possible thoughts of harming the baby or yourself
Treatment Options
Counseling
Medication
Support from others
Exercise
Adequate Sleep
Healthy diet
Yoga
Relaxation techniques
Risk Factors
History of depression, anxiety, OCD
Pregnancy or delivery complications, infertility, miscarriage or infant loss
Abrupt discontinuation of breastfeeding
Thyroid imbalance, diabetes, endocrine disorders
Financial stress or poverty
History of depression, anxiety, OCD
Lack of support from family and friends
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Unwanted or unplanned pregnancy
