Baby Blues
Baby Blues
Very common; can go away on its own, but talking to a health care provider can help.
Signs:
- Crying
- Not Sleeping
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Not wanting to eat
- Short temper/mood swings
Postpartum Depression
Common anytime during baby’s first year; goes away with help from a health care provider.
Signs:
- Sadness
- Not wanting to touch or hold baby
- Not wanting to talk to family or friends
- Thoughts of hurting yourself or baby
Postpartum Anxiety
An intense worry that takes over your life; seek help as soon as possible.
Signs:
- Uncontrolled worry
- Not being able to sleep when baby does
- Afraid that something will hurt baby
- Afraid that YOU will hurt baby
- Afraid to be alone with baby
- Chest pain
- Dizziness
- Sweating/shaking
Postpartum Psychosis
Not common; SEEK HELP IMMEDIATELY.
Signs:
- Hallucinations
- Feeling very confused
- Speech that doesn’t make sense
- Severe insomnia
- Thoughts about hurting yourself or baby right now
Where to seek help?
Postpartum Depression Hotline: 1-800-773-6667 (24-hour hotline)
Any Baby Can – Postpartum Support and Groups: 512-334-4444 (Parent Helpline); 512-454-3743 (Main phone)
Postpartum Support International: 1-800-944-4773
2-1-1 Texas from your cell phone: 1-877-541-7905
Postpartum Support International: www.postpartum.net
DSHS Pregnancy, Parenting and Depression Resource List
The National Women’s Health Information Center: www.womenshealth.gov
Parents Anonymous: www.parentsanonymous.org
Depression During and After Pregnancy
The Online PPD Support Group: www.ppdsupportpage.com