How Postpartum Depression Feels?

I love my baby, but what why am I so sad? I am happy to be a mom, but do I feel so anxious and hopeless. Why do I constantly worry about the well-being of my child? Yes, transition from womanhood to motherhood can be difficult.You've welcomed your beautiful new baby to the world and have now brought him home. Having a new baby can be an exciting and joyous event. But it can also leave many new parents, moms especially, feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Some moms might feel that compared to the first few weeks of life with a newborn, childbirth was the easy part. Between the endless feedings, sleepless nights and other responsibilities, many women feel really, really tired and overwhelmed after birth. You may find it hard to balance taking care of a new baby, yourself, your family and your home. Take comfort in knowing that baby blues, are normal process of your hormones.These feelings of agitation, sadness and frustration are normal. You can take steps to help you find more energy and overcome new mom fatigue.  Although if your symptoms continue for more than a few weeks after birth than you might be experiencing,  Postpartum depression. PPD  is a treatable medical illness that affects about 13% of women after giving birth. . Postpartum depression can be hard to spot, because the moodiness and other symptoms are similar to the "baby blues", short state that affects up to 70% of new mothers. Some new mothers, may also have symptoms of anxiety as a symptom of postpartum depression.. You may feel nervous, frightened, restless, or stressed. Some women have intense worry about their baby's health or safety. If you constantly feel overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for your newborn, or if nerves interfere with your ability to handle everyday tasks, it could be a sign of postpartum depression. I remember that a client, recalled this time of her as bitter- sweet. She mentioned that the intense feelings of love and sadness at the same time, was a vicious cycle of confusion and worry. Most woman, feel as if they are broken that they can't function, and take care of their newborn. The first step, is knowing that you need help, getting to a place that is comfortable for you. You are not broken , and there are ways you can get relief. Most whom, seek help recover completely from all their symptoms with in 5-7 weeks. Seek professional help, find balance and believe that you can get through this transition period always remembering that you did your best.