Thursday, August 27, 2009

Postpartum Depression

This was a very good story to share because sometimes another women will see this and get help. www.todayshow.com for Wednesday August 26th. Please seek professional advice if you feel that you are struggling. And it really can help you and make the world completely different.
Here are some facts.
13 % suffer
80 % suffer baby blues after giving birth
Decrease in hormone levels trigger symptoms of postpartum depression
Past and family history may increase risk
Can be treated with anti depressants
Call OB/GYN for a psychiatric consult

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