Postpartum Illness
The birth of a child can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but following childbirth some women may experience a disorder called Postpartum Illness. Postpartum Illness is the combination of hormonal changes, psychological adjustment to motherhood, and fatigue. It is characterized by mood swings and “baby blues” which are normal reactions to many mothers. The onset of baby blues usually occurs from three to five days after delivery. Symptoms generally do not last for more than a few weeks. If mood swings or depression last longer than two weeks, the problem may be more serious. The illness is caused by hormonal imbalances and a deficiency of hormones released after the birth of the baby. Forms of illness can occur from
The birth of a child can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but following childbirth some women may experience a disorder called Postpartum Illness. Postpartum Illness is the combination of hormonal changes, psychological adjustment to motherhood, and fatigue. It is characterized by mood swings and “baby blues” which are normal reactions to many mothers. The onset of baby blues usually occurs from three to five days after delivery. Symptoms generally do not last for more than a few weeks. If mood swings or depression last longer than two weeks, the problem may be more serious. The illness is caused by hormonal imbalances and a deficiency of hormones released after the birth of the baby. Forms of illness can occur from