Postpartum depression involves moderate to severe depression in a woman after she has given birth. It may occur soon after delivery or up to a year later. Most of the time, it occurs within the first 4 weeks after delivery. Treatment depends on the severity of symptoms present it can range from therapy to anti-depressants.
Prior to having a child I thought this was nonsense. As a mother I now realize it’s a reality of life. Life changes dramatically after having a child. As a mother you must morn your old self and recreate a new you. Easier said than done, as natural multi-taskers we will try to juggle the demands of motherhood while reaching for our old lives. Eventually, you begin to realize that this is virtually impossible and you become overwhelmed with emotions. The repeated words “motherhood is a beautiful thing,” cross your mind and you think, “what is everyone talking about.”
It’s okay to wish you could somehow be your old self. Being stressed, crying, thinking why didn’t I wait longer are all thoughts that many women have shared. Society gave what we go through a diagnosis and created treatments for financial gain. Unfortunately, this diagnosis comes with a stigma and embarrassment making it difficult for women with a severe case reluctant to seek help.
We are all the same. Rich or poor, whether you have the help of a nanny or family member, or you are doing it all alone it’s a huge change in life. This is just one of the many things we as women have to learn to adjust to. Give yourself sometime, don’t be too hard on yourself and enjoy every moment, “motherhood is a beautiful thing.” ; )
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