Tuesday 27/January/2026 – 01:38 AM
Postpartum depression affects mothers during the first year of motherhood, but for some, feelings of sadness, isolation and sometimes intrusive thoughts can extend beyond the occasional sign.
Causes of postpartum depression
According to Times Now News, there is not just one cause of postpartum depression, but genetics, physical changes, and emotional problems may play a role.
Genetic characteristics. Studies show that a family history of postpartum depression, especially if it’s severe, increases postpartum depression.
Physical changes: A severe drop in the body’s estrogen and progesterone hormones may contribute to postpartum depression, and other hormones produced by the thyroid may also decrease sharply, leading to feelings of fatigue, sluggishness, and depression.
Symptoms of postpartum depression vary from one case to another and range from mild to severe, and include the following:
Mood swings
Anxiety
Sadness
Ease of arousal
Feeling very stressed
Crying
Low concentration
Appetite problems
Difficulty sleeping.
