Can Your Wife Possibly Have Postpartum Depression?
It’s common for women to get a little sad soon after having a child. This should only last a few weeks though. Your wife may be suffering from postpartum depression if the symptoms don’t go away quickly.
It isn’t exactly known why postpartum depression occurs. Women experience rapid hormonal changes during and after pregnancy which may play a part. Other changes such as high blood pressure and metabolic changes also occur which increases the risk.
Certain women have a higher risk of developing postpartum depression than others. Those who have suffered depression or even postpartum depression in the past definitely have an increased risk. Episodes of severe PMS can also increase the risk. It’s also common for the condition to occur in women who have an unplanned pregnancy.
There are many signs that you should look for to determine if your wife is suffering from postpartum depression. Your wife may not be very interested in the baby and may even start to resent it.
Women also start feeling guilty about their negative feelings. Changes in sleeping patterns are also common. Another sign is a change in appetite or weight.
You should know that there are certain things you can do to help with this condition. One of the best things to do is be there for her to talk to about her feelings. Having plenty of alone time is a good idea. Enrolling in a support group is also a good idea.
Marriage counseling can also benefit you two. This is especially useful if the condition is causing problems in the marriage. Psychotherapy may also be an effective treatment for women who are suffering from this condition.
Hormone replacement therapy is also another solution. You need to discuss this option with your doctor since there are a few risks associated with this method. One final option may be the use of antidepressants.
Postpartum depression isn’t all that uncommon after women have a child. It’s vital that husbands support their wives during these difficult times. Signing up for psychotherapy or hormone replacement therapy can be a good idea. You’ll find counseling to be quite useful when dealing with other problems in the relationship. Doc No. 34Sdlhgsdl -sds
Kristie Brown writes on a variety of topics from health to technology. Check out her websites on Signs your marriage is over and How do i know when my marriage is over?
Dr. Shirin Nooravi Aug 16th 2011