Postpartum Depression: Every Woman's Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
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Book Description
A comprehensive guide to the "new baby" blues
New motherhood can be one of the most challenging times in a woman's life. During the six weeks after giving birth, a new mother is extremely vulnerable-in a state of both hormonal adjustments and physical discomfort. While still recovering from childbirth, she is expected to know instinctively how to care for the needs of her newborn, often before she has had the time to heal properly herself.
It's no wonder that as many as 80 percent of new mothers experience a period of depression popularly known as, "the baby blues." While many women recover in a matter of weeks, others find blues changing into a mild, moderate, or even severe depressions-sometimes lasting for months!
Postpartum Depression offers the comprehensive information and solutions these women need, through the advice of the top experts in the field and the personal experiences of dozens of women who have recovered from this postpartum illness.
Both positive and enlightening, it teaches women and their families how to get the help they need in order to regain their happiness and good health.
About the Author
Sharon L. Roan is the personal health columnist for the Los Angeles Times and the recipient of many awards for her research.
Postpartum Depression: Every Woman's Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention,Sharon L. Roan,Adams Media Corp,1558507655,Child Care/Parenting,Depression,Depression (Psychology),Family / Parenting / Childbirth,Gynecology & Obstetrics,Infants & Toddlers - Infants,Medical,Motherhood,Mothers,Popular works,Postpartum depression,Psychology
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