What causes postpartum depression after pregnancy?
I'm learning more about what to expect after delivery. I keep hearing about postpartum depression – what are the main things that can cause it in women after giving birth?
I completely understand how heavy and dark it can feel, your feelings are 100% valid. It's a medical condition caused by hormones and lack of support, so please talk to a professional right away.
My parenting app had a tracker for postpartum moods, and it's so common due to hormonal crash and sleep deprivation. Definitely reach out to your gynecologist or a therapist for support.
In those early weeks, I felt so disconnected and cried constantly without knowing why. The lack of sleep combined with hormonal changes is brutal, but talking to my gynac helped me get through it.
It's mostly due to the massive drop in estrogen and progesterone hormones after birth, which is very real. Please don't suffer in silence and talk to a doctor if you feel very low.
After waiting so long for my baby, I still felt a deep sadness sometimes, and it was so confusing. It's caused by sudden chemical shifts and extreme exhaustion, so please be very gentle with yourself and seek help.
The body goes through so much change and exhaustion, which can affect the mind deeply. Praying for your strength, but please also make sure to consult a doctor, as it is a medical issue that needs care.
