Understanding the Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression

Becoming a parent is one of life’s most transformative experiences, filled with joy and love. However, it can also bring about a range of complex emotions. Many new mothers experience feelings of sadness or anxiety after childbirth, which are often referred to as “the baby blues.” While these feelings are common, they are not to… Continue reading Understanding the Difference Between Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression

Depression Awareness Month- What does it feel like?

Here at PatientsLikeMe, there are thousands of people sharing their experiences with more than a dozen mental health conditions, including 15,000 patients who report major depressive disorder and 1,700 patients who report postpartum depression. What do they have to say? This word cloud has some of the most commonly used phrases on our mental health forum. It gives you a feel of the many… Continue reading Depression Awareness Month- What does it feel like?