Postpartum depression – symptoms
Postpartum depression can happen to any woman, during pregnancy, after giving birth, weeks or months after the birth of the baby. The scientific reason for this is hormonal changes. These symptoms can occur within the first year of the baby's birth and include:
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Feeling of sadness, wanting to cry,
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restlessness,
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Lack of energy,
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Very tired,
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Losing weight, having difficulty eating,
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Gaining weight, increased desire to eat,
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Headaches, chest tightness, palpitations,
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Lack of concentration and memory,
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Excessive worry about the baby,
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Fear,
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Feelings of guilt and incapacity,
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Lack of interest in pleasurable activities,
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Lack of interest in intimate contact.
Postpartum depression – symptoms
