Does unplanned pregnancy increase the risk for post-partum depression?

Answer 1

Not that I know of. Depending on the situation (if it was a pleasant surprise or an unpleasant surprise).

For me, it was an unpleasant surprise that turned into the greatest surprise of my life and I did not have any postpartum depression.

Talk to you OB/GYN. She/He would be the best person to talk to about this.

Answer 2

I think many factors play into this. Genetics for one. Post partum depression runs in my family. Since my 2 older sister had it (with a total of 4 pregnancies) I was at higher risk too when I gave birth and I did get it too but I had talked about it with my GYN so she kept an eye on me and gave me really good care (more frequent post-partum visits and home calls). If your GYN, does not provide this, maybe she/he is not such a good doctor. Having a very supportive husband was the key to helping all of us recover from it, and giving your body some time to recover from the expected hormonal imbalance you go through with giving birth, and a good diet, excercise (as allowed, C-sect. has restrictions), and sometimes anti-depressants can really help (but it depends what kind because if breast feeding you have to make sure it wont get into the breast milk, etc...). If you are worried about post partum depression my advice would be (1) Alert your GYN and keep lines of communication open (2) Dont expect to be a super parent, no one is! This is a really challenging time for everyone, even when the pregnancy is planned so whenever someone offers help, take it! May you can talk to family so that when they come to visit the baby, each one can help with one task ( baby's laundry, vacuuming, taking the trash out, watching the baby so parents can shower/take a nap, etc...) And if you dont have anyone in the area, maybe co-workers or neighborhs can help. (3) If you dont think you are well, ask for help! Its your health and your baby's wellbeing at play here. A depressed mother can not care for the baby properly and can start ressenting him/her, not bond properly, etc,,, to say the list. So dont listen to people that may judge you for taking medication, going to therapy or asking for all the help you may need. Good luck to you both!

Answer 3

Quite possible cause I know I did with my second one. But the moment you observe that your life has changed and did a 360 on ya when the precious gift of LIFE arrives and handed in your arms for the first time, you realize the unplanned was all worth it! (Just wait til you have a 2 and 3 year old)
"The little darlin's" **Smiles**

Answer 4

i guess not i had an unplanned preganancy but nothing happened i guess it onli happens when u leave the women alone wif her kid (especially during confiement time)

if ur partner is doing her confiement try to spend more time wif her....so her mind wun run wild....or consult ur gynae for some advice!!good luck ;)

Answer 5

maybe , it depends on if you establish baby acceptance during pregnancy or not

Answer 6

it can add more stress yes..... if you find urself in this situation and start to feel depressed, get help..... there is NOT shame in seeking help..... talk to your doctor about this........ God bless

Answer 7

good question! you would think so huh?

Answer 8

i wouldn't think so