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Postpartum Depression vs. Baby Blues: What’s the Difference?
The birth of a baby is a wonderful experience. However, many women feel sad, anxious, afraid, or angry after childbirth. The postpartum period is a time of extreme stress with the responsibility that surrounds such an enormous life change. This stress combined with the hormonal changes of childbirth can take a toll on a new mom. It is important for new moms, their family members/support system, and healthcare providers to recognize this stress.