Perinatal PTSD 4
Persistent increased arousal (irritability, difficulty sleeping, hypervigilance, exaggerated startle response) Anxiety and panic attacks Feeling a sense of unreality and detachment
Perinatal Depression 2
Symptoms include: Low mood, sadness, tearfulness Loss of interest, joy, or pleasure in things you used to enjoy Agitation or anxiety
Perinatal Depression 3
Lack of energy or feeling slowed down physically Difficulty concentrating Appetite or sleep disturbance
Perinatal Depression 4
Feelings of guilt, shame, or hopelessness Possible thoughts of harming the baby or yourself
Perinatal Anxiety 2
Symptoms Include: Constant worrying Feeling that something bad is going to happen
Perinatal Anxiety 3
Feeling like you can’t turn your brain off Disturbances of sleep and appetite Physical symptoms like dizziness, heart palpitations, and nausea
Baby Blues 2
These symptoms typically begin anywhere from one to three days post-delivery and may last between two and fourteen days.
Baby Blues 3
If your feelings persist past two weeks, however, contact a professional- you may be experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs).
Postpartum Psychosis
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.
Postpartum Psychosis 2
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.