What is postpartum depression?

Postpartum depression, or PPD, is a type of depression that affects women after they give birth. About 13% of women experience PPD in the first year after childbirth, and it can develop any time up to a year after the baby is born. Postpartum depression has deleterious effects on a woman's relationships, her functional status, and her ability to care for her infant. The reduction of PPD is a US priority healthcare need and a major public health concern.



Roadblocks to seeking treatment.

Denying that a problem exists
Feeling guilty
Breastfeeding & medication issues
Lack of support from family and peers
Limited access to resources
Lack of funds, uninsured or under-insured
Negative prior experiences with mental health
Conflicting responsibilities, lack of time
Cultural issues

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