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Your brain isn’t broken—it’s rewiring. Post-birth hormone crashes (-85% estrogen, +30% cortisol) disrupt serotonin and amplify fear circuits. 60% of cases start within 6 weeks when medical support drops off.
"how to know if I have postpartum depression"
1. "Why don't I feel connected to my baby?"
→ Baby's coos don't bring joy
→ Fix: Try "kangaroo care" - 15 mins of chest-to-chest cuddling daily
2. "Why can't I stop crying over nothing?"
→ Bursting into tears during commercials
→ Fix: Eat dark chocolate (70%+ cocoa boosts serotonin fast)
3. "Why do I keep imagining worst-case scenarios?"
→ Can't stop picturing accidents
→ Fix: Carry a grounding stone - rub when anxious
4. "Why am I so angry all the time?"
→ Want to throw things when baby won't sleep
→ Fix: Scream into a pillow (releases tension safely)
5. "Why does everything feel pointless?"
→ Can't remember why you wanted kids
→ Fix: Look at baby's tiny features (triggers instinctive caregiving)
6. "Why can't I make simple decisions?"
→ Staring at groceries unable to choose
→ Fix: Have partner make 3 meal options - just pick one
7. "Why do I feel like a failure?"
→ Convinced you're ruining your baby
→ Fix: Text another mom - you'll both realize it's normal
Emergency Help: If these last >2 weeks, tell your doctor TODAY. This isn't weakness - it's your body asking for help.
→ Treating within 2 weeks cuts recovery time by 89%
→ Delaying 10 days raises chronic depression risk 33%
Eat: Egg yolks (choline repairs brain) + dark chocolate
Do: 2-minute sunrise viewing (resets serotonin)
Avoid: Soy milk (worsens hormone swings)
Need Help Now?
⚠️ Text "HELP" to [Postpartum Support International: 1-800-944-4773]
