Postpartum depression (PPD) is a type of clinical depression that can develop after childbirth.
It’s more intense and longer-lasting than the typical “baby blues,” which are short-term mood swings and emotional changes many women experience after giving birth.
It can affect your mood, thoughts, behavior, and even your ability to bond with your baby.
Symptoms typically begin within the first few weeks after delivery, but they can start during pregnancy or even up to a year postpartum.
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