So far, many people think that postpartum depression is only experienced by mothers who have just given birth. In fact it turns out that this condition can be felt for months and even a year later, after the baby has grown. Do you feel experienced it?
Little is already a year old, but Mother often feels tired and not excited? Take time to look deeper into this condition, let's. Maybe the fatigue you feel is a symptom of postpartum depression that comes more slowly.
Depression that appears months after the baby is born
Postpartum depression is generally experienced by the mother some time after the baby is born. However, through research, it was revealed that this depression can only appear some time afterwards, even after the child is more than a year old. Some mothers also claim to experience depression after weaning and stopping breastfeeding children.
The exact cause of depression after giving birth is not yet known. However, this condition is more at risk for mothers who lack sleep, have difficulty adapting to the presence of infants, breastmilk that has not come out, become victims of domestic violence, or mothers with a history of psychological disorders, such as depression or anxiety disorders.
Postpartum depression needs to be distinguished from baby blues, where mothers are still able to undergo activities and care for babies even though they are worried and anxious.
Go to the doctor
Besides it can only appear a few months after the baby is born, postpartum depression can also last for years if not diagnosed and treated appropriately.
Research reveals that this condition can also be associated with untreated mental health disorders before pregnancy. But it is certain, if you feel experiencing symptoms of depression, you should consult a doctor or psychologist.
Postpartum depression can show different symptoms in every woman. But in general, the symptoms that appear are:
- Avoid social interactions
- Do not like to do what you previously liked
- Not interested in having sex
- Moods change quickly
- Feeling she is not a good mother
- Feeling sad or prolonged despair
- Constantly feeling guilty
- Thinking of hurting the baby or yourself
- Hard to sleep
- Decreased appetite
Mothers need to be vigilant if feeling overwhelmed and sad continues to occur for more than three weeks. In everyday life, this depression can make Mother unable to concentrate, remember, and make decisions difficult.
The first step Mother needs to do is accept this situation. Only then, Mother will be ready to seek help handling needed. In addition to professional assistance, support from your spouse and the closest person is certainly very important to restore your mother's condition.
Don't forget, depression after giving birth can also be experienced by fathers, you know. Therefore, Mother and Father need to support each other to get through this time together.
By supporting each other and undergoing appropriate treatment steps, such as psychotherapy and medication to deal with depression, Mother will feel better and more eager to return to care for the Little One.
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