How to help a loved one with Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression affects 1 in 7 new moms and 1 in 10 new dads/partners. These statistics serve to inform, destigmatize, and hopefully usher in greater awareness of maternal mental health issues. However, just being aware of postpartum depression doesn’t immediately tell you how to help someone suffering from it. In many cases, a close family member is the first to notice the symptoms of postpartum depression. But when a loved one recognizes that a postpartum mom, dad, or