Post-partum Depression is a serious illness. A woman who does not have PPD with her first child may have it with successive children. Capable women with strong support systems can suffer from PPD. PPD is now discussed much more openly than it has been in the past. Women tell personal stories to help others. Women will admit to thinking about harming themselves or their children to try to help other moms who may be going through the same thing. PPD can be a very scary experience, but hearing others describe how they coped can be very helpful.
Key Takeaways:
- People talk about PPD a lot more these days. When I experienced it after having my first daughter 10 years ago, I could find very little information about what was happening to me. There were almost no personal stories from other moms, and only a few resources offering guidance or help.
- BabyCenter’s new feature on pregnancy and postpartum depression tackles these common misunderstandings and others with stories from moms who have lived it, in their own words.
- It’s important to hear these truths, even (especially?) when they’re uncomfortable or difficult. The more we all know, the more we can help if postpartum depression strikes someone in our lives. With PPD thought to affect 1 in 10 mothers, chances are most of us will know someone.
“Postpartum depression is scary and it can feel like a never-ending battle, but you can get through it. Recognizing that you’re struggling is the first step toward getting better and feeling like yourself again.”
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