Please call 911 if you believe you or someone you know is experiencing postpartum psychosis.

While acts of harm to oneself or the baby are uncommon, women suffering from postpartum psychosis may do things they might not otherwise do, given their altered state. Therefore, seeking urgent attention from professionals is paramount to keeping you and…

Feeling disconnected from reality Decreased need for or inability to sleep Paranoia and suspiciousness Difficulty communicating at times

Symptoms include: Delusions or strange beliefs that feel real Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there) Feeling confused

Postpartum psychosis is rather rare, affecting only 0.1-0.2% of all births. However, it is a serious disorder and requires immediate medical attention.

Postpartum Psychosis If you are seeing or hearing things other people are not, are feeling as though others are out to get you, or experiencing highly unusual thoughts regarding yourself or your child, you may be suffering from postpartum psychosis.