Signs and Symptoms

Postpartum depression may seem to be the "baby blues" at first--but the signs and symptoms are more intense and last longer. They may also interfere with the mother's ability to function (13).

Other signs and symptoms may include:

• Feeling exhausted all the time

• A lack of joy in life

• A sense of failure as a mother

• A lack of concern for baby or self

• Too much concern for baby

• A lack of interest in family or friends

• No interest in sex

• See-sawing mood swings

• Impaired thinking or lack of concentration

Simple things you can do

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