“Begin – to begin is half the work, let half still remain; again begin this, and thou wilt have finished.”

MARCUS AURELIUS

Becoming a parent brings a wide range of emotions, ranging from joy and excitement to stress and apprehension. The physical changes you go through can also affect your mood and feelings, and it’s common to experience more ups and downs than usual. But depression is more than just a low mood – it’s a serious condition that affects your physical and mental health.

Many women experience the ‘baby blues’ between the third and tenth day after giving birth, due to changes in hormone levels following childbirth. You might feel tearful or overwhelmed, but this usually passes within a few days and without any specific care – apart from support and understanding.

All parents go through a period of adjustment as they try to handle the huge changes a new baby brings. Remember that you’re not the only ones trying to figure out how to collapse that new pram or settle a screaming baby – all new parents are in the same boat. Most people will go through a temporary adjustment as they learn the ropes and build confidence in their new role. But if you’re feeling distressed, down, sad, or overwhelmed most of the time for two weeks or more, you may be experiencing depression.

Remember it’s ok not to feel like you are coping. It is all new and we need to give ourselves time to adjust. Please make an appointment today with Romina so you can get back to enjoying your new life as a parent.