Postpartum Depression
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Morning Show tackles PPD
The Morning Show
A panel of guests, including a postpartum depression sufferer and therapists who specialize in this form of depression, discuss different treatments and coping strategies.
Understanding and treating PPD
Postpartum Support International
Depression can occur during pregnancy or postpartum. This article incorporates several helpful case studies" of women who went through pregnancy-related depression."""
Can I take antidepressants?
Kellymom
Many women avoid seeking help for their postpartum depression because they are afraid of having to wean their babies. But, as this article explores, that needn't be the case.
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Thorough postpartum depression resource
eMedicine
A many-sectioned article with a wealth of information on postpartum depression, from signs and symptoms to self care and helping others who may be suffering. If you only want to look at one article, this is the one.
The baby blues
Kids Health for Parents
An explanation of the three conditions, along with information on why they can occur and advice on when you should seek professional help.
Could you have postpartum depression?
Test and Calc
Take this short quiz to find out if you should talk with your health provider about your symptoms.
It can appear unexpectedly
Brightcove
A video in which a postpartum depression sufferer recounts how she did not become depressed till some time after the birth of her second child.
Scary thoughts and PPD
The Postpartum Stress Center
If you've ever been afraid you'll accidentally drop your baby, you're not alone. As this article explores, thoughts like this can indicate postpartum depression.
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Postpartum support network
Postpartum Support International
Click on your state to be put in touch with local resources. In most cases, there is a phone number you can call for immediate assistance.
Am I suffering from PPD?
Babycenter
You love your baby, but you feel so terrible. Could it be postpartum depression?
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Risk factors for postpartum depression
Brightcove
A video detailing some of the biggest risk factors for developing postpartum depression.
Symptoms can affect parenting
Emaxhealth
Women suffering symptoms of postpartum depression are less likely to interact positively with their children.
Who is at risk?
About
It is important to be aware if you are especially at risk for developing postpartum depression. This article will help you find out if that is the case.
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Women whose health practitioners are midwives tend to have better outcomes for postpartum depression. Watch this video to learn more.

