Signs and symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD)

Symptoms of PPD are not the same for every woman.

You may be familiar with the condition known as the baby blues, which affects about 80% of new mothers. Occurring a few days after childbirth, the baby blues can cause symptoms of sadness, fatigue, crying spells, and mood swings.
These symptoms are milder than those associated with postpartum depression and usually go away within 10 to 14 days. While the baby blues do not require treatment, up to 1 in 4 women who have the baby blues go on to develop PPD.

If, at any time, you experience symptoms that you feel might put you or your baby
at risk, call 911 and seek immediate emergency care from healthcare professionals.
The information on this site is meant to provide general information only and is not intended
to be medical advice. You should discuss the information fully with a healthcare professional.