Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression

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Postpartum Depression Symptoms

Postpartum Depression Symptoms Chart
(Source: Postpartum Support International):

Physical Symptoms:
Headaches
Numbness, tingling in limbs
Chest pains, heart palpitations
Hyperventilating

Mental States:
Despondency or despair
Feelings of inadequacy
Inability to cope
Hopelessness
Over concern for baby's health
Impaired concentration or memory
Loss of normal interests
Thoughts of suicide
Bizarre or strange thoughts

Behavioral Reactions:
Extreme behavior
Panic attacks
Hostility
New fears or phobias
Hallucinations
Nightmares
Extreme guilt
No feelings for baby
Over concern for baby
Feeling "out of control"
Feeling like "you are going crazy"

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