Postpartum illness can affect up to 8 out of 10 new mothers, to varying degrees of severity. Postpartum Depression is thought to be triggered by the rapid change in hormone levels experienced after labor, as well as extreme exhaustion.
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Postpartum Depression

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  • Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Psychosis
    One woman's account of her decent into and back out of postpartum depression and anxiety.
  • Center for Postpartum Health
    Addresses the pregnancy and birth needs of women and their families, before and after delivery, particularly as it pertains to the development of depression and other mood disorders.
  • Postpartum Feelings
    Identifying and dealing with postpartum blues, serious depression and psychosis.
  • The Association for Post Natal Illness
    Information and advice from the UK charity. Includes available leaflets and newsletter.
  • Baby Blues Connection
    Volunteer association providing information, resources and phone support to postpartum mothers.
  • DrDonnica.com
    An article about postpartum depression including risk factors, diagnosis and treatment.
  • A Lighter Shade of Blue
    Post partum adjustment, depression and anxiety. A resource for women to learn about symptoms and treatments.
  • Pregnancy and Depression
    A compilation of online information about depression during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Focus is primarily on antidepressants and most links are to research-based information.
  • Post Natal Depression
    Information, stories and support forum.
  • Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
    Developed to assist primary care health professionals to detect mothers suffering from postnatal depression.
  • PND Productions
    A Postnatal Depression (PND) video and CD ROM for health care professionals and parents dealing with the postnatal depression and its effects. Produced by PND counsellor, Liz Wise.
  • Understanding Postnatal Depression
    Information and tips for mothers and families affected by PND, compiled by a mother who has experienced the illness herself. Provides two forums for sharing experiences and support.
  • eMedicine Health: Postpartum Depression
    Includes information about postpartum depression; including causes, symptoms and treatment. Also gives practical, self-help techniques.
  • Meet A Mum Association (MAMA)
    UK registered charity setup in 1979 to help and support mothers who feel depressed and isolated after their babies are born. UK network of local support groups.
  • Emory University Women's Mental Health Program
    Focussing on the evaluation and treatment of emotional disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Includes archive of articles covering a range of studies carried out into pregnancy related mood disorders.
  • WellMother.com
    Information resource for postpartum depression, depression in pregnancy, infertility, PMS, menopause, pregnancy loss and other reproductive mental health issues.
  • Understanding Postnatal Depression
    UK mental health charity information booklet with information about postnatal depression, including signs, causes, self-help and support.
  • Web MD: Postpartum Depression
    For the one in 10 new dads whose partners suffer from postpartum depression, it can be a frightening and lonely experience. Looking at PPD from the Father's perspective.
  • WebMD: Behind the Smile
    Marie Osmond visited WebMD Live to discuss her struggle with postpartum depression (PPD). PPD can seem overwhelming, but with proper help, it can be treated.
  • PPD Support Page
    Offering peer support and resources to people dealing with postpartum mood disorders.
  • Postpartum Stress Center
    Information on postpartum depression, including diagnosis and self help and message boards.
  • The Ruth Rhoden Craven Foundation, Inc
    Providing information and support to women suffering from postpartum depression. Includes medical resources and treatment information.
  • Postpartum Experience
    An informational site by a mother who has suffered from PPD and is currently collecting personal experience stories in order to compile a book about a range of postpartum mood disorders.
  • Melanie's Battle
    A site attempting to raise awareness about postpartum psychosis and depression.
  • American RadioWorks - Suffering For Two
    Addresses the issues of treating or not treating women with antidepressants during and after pregnancy. Transcript available. [7:32 Realaudio broadcast]
  • The Massachusetts General Hospital Perinatal Psychiatry Program
    A women's mental health center dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of psychiatric disorder associated with female reproductive function.
  • Postpartum Dads
    Information compiled by dads who have successfully assisted their wives to fully recover. Contains firsthand resources for new fathers and information for professionals.
  • Postpartum Support International
    A self-help support network, research guide and international bibliography. Includes a self-assessment test.
  • Postnatal Depression Yahoo Group
    Forum for women suffering from post pregnancy mood disorders.
  • Veritee's Post Natal Illness Forum
    An open forum which does not require registration. Includes a subforum for men.
  • PostPartum Depression Community
    Message board and chat for women who are experiencing mood disorders after giving birth or adopting a baby, as well as their families and friends.
  • Royal College of Psychiatrists: Post Natal Depression
    Patient information leaflet can also be downloaded as a PDF document.
  • Postpartum Assistance for Mothers
    Dr. Shoshana Bennett offers education and emotional support for women experiencing postpartum depression and other prenatal and postpartum mood disorders.
  • BeyondBlue : National Postnatal Depression Program
    This program aims to research and prevent postnatal depression within Australia.
  • UCLA Pregnancy & Postpartum Mood Disorders Program
    A comprehensive center devoted to the study and treatment of emotional difficulties associated with pregnancy and the postpartum.
  • The Functions of Postpartum Depression
    A research article proposing an evolutionary function for postpartum depression.
  • Marce Society
    An international society for the understanding, prevention and treatment of mental illness related to childbearing. Website of the Australasian Branch.

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  • Depression During and After Pregnancy << Frequently Asked Questions ...
    URL : www.4woman.gov/faq/depression-pregnancy.cfm
    What about postpartum depression? ... Women who are depressed during pregnancy have a greater risk of depression after giving birth. ...[2008/12/03]
  • RENOWNED: Postpartum Depression PREGNANCY
    URL : www.pregnancy-info.net/topic_postpartum_depression.html
    Pregnancy. Pregnancy Health. Labor and Birth. Postpartum. Working Moms. Breastfeeding ... Postpartum Depression. Your Body Afterward. Pregnant Again? Pregnancy ...[2008/11/26]
  • Postpartum Depression (PPD) Causes, Symptoms, Signs, Diagnosis and ...
    URL : www.medicinenet.com/postpartum_depression/article.htm
    ... on postpartum depression (PPD) causes, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, types (baby blues, postpartum psychosis) ... with previous pregnancy or birth. Marital or ...[2008/12/04]
  • Postpartum – Depression, Signs, Weight Loss, Exercises – Pregnancy & Baby
    URL : pregnancyandbaby.com/postpartum.htm
    ... Pregnancy & Baby, including information on sex after pregnancy, exercise and weight loss, postpartum depression ... about pregnancy, birth, parenting and ...[2008/12/03]
  • Postpartum Depression
    URL : kidshealth.org/parent/pregnancy_newborn/home/ppd.html
    Postpartum depression usually begins 2 to 3 weeks after giving birth, but can ... Pregnancy brings many physical changes, and labor and delivery are physically ...[2008/10/24]
  • Depression: Postpartum depression symptoms and treatment on MedicineNet.com
    URL : www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=55166
    Depression After the Birth of a Child (Postpartum Depression) ... Ambivalence about the pregnancy. A history of depression during pregnancy. ...[2008/12/03]
  • INSTRUCTIVE: Postpartum Depression PREGNANCY
    URL : www.pregnancy-info.net/postpart.html
    Pregnancy. Pregnancy Health. Labor and Birth. Postpartum. Working Moms. Breastfeeding ... have given birth recently will be affected by postpartum depression. ...[2008/11/29]
  • Postpartum Depression: Signs And Symptoms -Pregnancy articles-
    URL : www.health.am/pregnancy/more/postpartum_depression_signs_and_symptoms
    Postpartum Depression: Signs And Symptoms. Postpartum Depression: Signs And ... True postpartum depression affects 10 to 15 percent of women who give birth. ...[2008/11/26]
  • Depression During Pregnancy & Postpartum
    URL : www.wellmother.com/articles/depression_preg_postpartum.htm
    Depression during pregnancy and postpartum is a challenging illness to treat. ... Postpartum depression and companionship in the clinical birth environment: a ...[2005/08/19]
  • Postpartum Depression and the 'Baby Blues' - familydoctor.org
    URL : familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/women/.../ppd/general/379.html
    Information for women about postpartum depression and the 'baby blues' from ... as as severe illness during pregnancy, premature birth or a difficult delivery) ...[2008/12/04]
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