Worried About Post-partum Depression? Take A Look At These Tips You Out

Post-partum depression becomes too much to handle for a new mother. It interferes with her ability to look after herself and the baby.

According to Parents India Magazine, the following tips can help one deal with the bouts of depression or anxiety.

Brief Therapy Could Ease Post Partum Depression
Depression is common in disadvantaged mothers, well beyond the postpartum period. In addition, if depressed moms are treated briefly.

Getting adequate sleep is very important, as tiredness and fatigue can make the symptoms even worse.

New mums should take their meals on time, so that they have adequate nutrition and should make sure that they have prioritized their relationships as the arrival of a new baby can be very demanding.

Mothers needs to take out some 'adult time' to spend it with their spouse or other family members to help de-stress.

Blood Test to Spot Postpartum Depression
Post partum depression is known to affect 10 to 18% of mothers. Presently there is no way to screen for postpartum depression.

Lastly, keeping feelings bottled up is not recommended as sharing the worries will only help in dealing with the problems.

Source-ANI

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