QuestionI haven't been feeling like myself since I had my son three weeks ago; I've been feeling really down and think I might have postpartum depression. What's a good place to go in D.C. for help with postpartum depression symptoms?
AnswerWhen looking for help with depression I personally went to see my physician. He was able to help me immediately with this problem. If you don't have a regular doctor, please go to a clinic and they will have help for you there.
AnswerSymptoms can occur two months after a mother has given birth. Symptoms to watch for are anger, anxiety, crying, irritability, appetite changes, headaches, and difficulty sleeping.
QuestionI have been feeling down since the birth of my son and wonder if it's just the baby blues or something more severe. How soon after giving birth do the symptoms of postnatal depression appear, and what are they?
AnswerPostnatal depression will show signs of onset within the first week of giving birth, and will involve malaise, inability to relax, yet feeling drained all the time,