Dr. Taji Huang is a psychologist and life coach with many years of experience in helping women and their spouses or partners navigate the difficult days and months that follow childbirth. If you live in the Glendale, CA area and believe you have postpartum depression, consider making an appointment for postpartum depression therapy with Dr. Taji Huang Ph.D.

Nothing To Be Ashamed Of

Pregnancy and childbirth take a toll on every mother’s body. Between the physical trauma of the birthing process and the flood of hormonal changes, it is no wonder that many new moms experience a wide range of emotions during the postpartum recovery period.

In fact, the American Pregnancy Association reports that as many as 70-80% of new mothers experience some degree of baby blues, such as mood swings and negative feelings, after giving birth.

Is It More Than Just The Baby Blues?

Postpartum depression, also known as PPD, is a more serious but very treatable form of depression that affects 10-20% of new moms. Feeling stressed, anxious, irritable, sad, and overwhelmed is very normal after giving birth.

If those feelings persist for more than a couple of weeks, you should consider getting help from a professional counselor. This is especially true if you have symptoms such as:

Severe Mood Swings
Trouble Bonding With Your Baby
Reduced Pleasure In Favorite Activities
Unable To Make Decisions
Overeating, Or Not Eating Enough
Excessive Crying
Severe Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Fears That You Are Not A Good Mother
Withdrawing From Family & Friends
Recurring Thoughts Of Hopelessness, Death, Suicide, Or Self-Harm
Thoughts Of Harming Your Baby

Getting Treatment For Postpartum Depression

With the right professional working alongside you, postpartum depression is highly treatable. Full recovery is highly likely, although the amount of time required varies from person to person.

PPD can stop you from fully bonding with and caring for your baby. It can also affect your relationship with your partner, friends, and other family members. So, it’s better to reach out for help sooner rather than later.