How long does post-partum depression last and how do I get rid of it?

Question

I am very much love my beautiful little girl and believe that she is the greatest gift I have ever got but still I got depressed for about six weeks after I gave birth and every now and then i get like a twinge of depression. Is this normal? I really feel that this is not fair for her :(

Answer 1

its rather normal to me, because you said that ur in love with child and and she the gratest girft youve recieved a woman with post partum depression generally don't feel a connection with their newborn at all they don't feel like they are the mother and they don't think its a gift at all. you're probably just feeling extreamly over-welmed which is compleatly normal all mothers are like that and have that feeling even when their children are teenages but still love their kids and still think they are the greastest thing that has happend to them. so i don't think you had or have post partum depression i think your just feeling over welmed and every now again which is absolutly normal!!!

Answer 2

Post partum depression is totally normal and has nothing to do with your love for your baby or ability to be a good mother. Try to rest as much as you can , get some time to yourself even if it is just to take a long bath , get out without the baby once in a while and if the feelings get worse or last 6 months past the birth you may need to speak to a doctor and get an antidepressant to help you get over it. It is totally normal and if more moms would admit to it then maybe the stigma would go away and new moms wouldn't be so confused , shocked and ashamed when it happens to them.

Answer 3

It is normal to have some feelings of depression for up to a year, but just beacause it can be normal doesn't mean you shouldn't seek help. You never know how bad your depression is going to be when it starts, and you beautiful baby shouldn't have to go through that. If you are not breast feeding your doctor may put you on medication temporarily, and whether you are or not, you may benifit from some therapy. Either way, you should see you doctor to make sure that this is post partum depression and not something else.

Answer 4

Post-partum depression happens to many woman. Some have it more severe than others. If you continue to have these bouts with depression, you really should speak with your doctor. I would not wait too long. I speak from experience, as I have and do deal with depression and know what it can do to your mental stability. For your sake and the sake of your daughter, go see your doctor. There are some very good medications that will help you to become mentally focused. It really does work. I promise.

Answer 5

PPD can start any time in the year after a woman gives birth, but having twinges of depression when you are exhausted and depleted and lonely are completely normal.

You can protect yourself from PPD by:
- eating a nutrious diet full of fruit, vegetables and fish
- spending time with other mothers
- asking your friends, family and partner for help
- trying to nap when the baby naps
- breastfeeding helps you contect to the baby and level out your hormones
- getting some fresh air and exercise every day

Here are some treatment options for full-blown PPD

- anti depressants monitored by regular visits to a doctor
- vitamin supplements to a nutrious diet
- regular breaks from the baby to sleep

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Answer 6

no its not normal its all in your head and if u want to get rid of just quit being depressed. u control all of ur depression weather its post partum or some other kind there must be something u dont like about being a mom or something that it making u depressed so to get over it u just have to deal with it. i never got depressed.. maybe a few sleepless nights but no depression. its all in ur head and how u deal with things like having a new baby. first u need to think to urself and find things u are not happy about and fix them. like maybe the baby or the babys daddy ya know

Answer 7

If your depression is just occasionally, it will probably go away on its own. Pay attention, do your times of depression have a pattern? If it is every 4 weeks, your body may be trying to ovulate and not doing it yet and that causes the spells of depression. My postpartum depression did not start until the baby was one month old and it lasted until she was 3 months old.

Answer 8

Its normal, but most of the time it wont go away on its own. Go see your Dr you may need medication. And whatever you do dont be ashamed about your depression or taking meds. Ive been on antidepressants for some years now after having my son and I can tell a huge difference from before. Im me again.

Answer 9

Oh you have to go see a doctor. But yes it is complletely normal. Your life has changed forever and you will never be the same. It is understandable that you might get depressed from time to time. I still do and my daughter is almost 8 months old!

Answer 10

This is very normal..... I have had 3 kids and sometimes it happens and sometimes not.. Just depends, alot of it has to do with your hormones and how they are working... If you are really concerned with it, you might think about going to the doctor and talking with him about it.. Sometimes they can give you meds or advice that will help.. Talk to family or friends. Keep your heart full and your eyes open.. Enjoy everyday and love life.. I have been where you are I know how it feels.. God bless and good luck