Postpartum Depression (PPD) Signs/Symptoms and Where to Find Help with Liz Coalts

03/18/21 • 33 min

Liz Coalts share her deeply personal and troubling experience with postpartum depression and how she found help.
Liz is the founder of The Anxious Adult where she helps smart and overwhelmed adults manage the anxieties of business and life.
A 5 min clip with Liz Coalts taking you through a day in the life of someone suffering with PPD. If you're having trouble articulating how desperately you need help, share this with your support network of friends, family, supervisors.
Military One Source Postpartum Depression Potential Signs and Resources.
If you are in a state of crisis, you can contact the Military Crisis Line 24 hours a day (1-800-273-8255 and Press 1).
You can also start a conversation via online chat or text (838255).
Check out Military OneSource resources for parents, and the New Parent Support Program.

Remember that you are not alone. Help is available and you can get better.

What is the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression?

If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing a common case of the baby blues or something more serious, consider these factors:

Duration of the symptoms — Baby blues start to diminish after the first two weeks postpartum; whereas postpartum depression persists for weeks or months, and can even start months after the baby is born.
Severity of symptoms — Postpartum depression typically disrupts your ability to function, while the baby blues don’t interrupt daily responsibilities.

What are some common signs of postpartum depression?
These nine symptoms may indicate that it’s time to seek some help:

Exaggerated mood swings
Constant fatigue or exhaustion
Loss of appetite or overeating
Confusion or difficulty concentrating
Feeling overwhelmed or helpless
Low self-esteem and feelings of guilt
Lack of interest or resentment toward the baby
Anxiety or panic attacks
Fear of harming yourself or your baby

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Remember that you are not alone. Help is available and you can get better.

What is the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression?

If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing a common case of the baby blues or something more serious, consider these factors:

Duration of the symptoms — Baby blues start to diminish after the first two weeks postpartum; whereas postpartum depression persists for weeks or months, and can even start months after the baby is born.
Severity of symptoms — Postpartum depression typically disrupts your ability to function, while the baby blues don’t interrupt daily responsibilities.

What are some common signs of postpartum depression?
These nine symptoms may indicate that it’s time to seek some help:

Exaggerated mood swings
Constant fatigue or exhaustion
Loss of appetite or overeating
Confusion or difficulty concentrating
Feeling overwhelmed or helpless
Low self-esteem and feelings of guilt
Lack of interest or resentment toward the baby
Anxiety or panic attacks
Fear of harming yourself or your baby

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