Just like you look at a baby registry to see what you need for the baby, parents can use this checklist to prepare their postpartum mental health BEFORE a baby arrives.
"We cannot expect new and expecting moms to throw themselves a life preserver when they are struggling. Even with mild symptoms. They can’t be the ones to save themselves," says Bellenbaum.
A trusted doctor can be a good first call — even better if you talk to your doctor about potential mental health issues BEFORE the baby arrives. Not every doctor is knowledgable about postpartum mental health, though. If you don't know who to call, try the Postpartum Support International helpline: You might have to leave a message, but you'll get a response from someone in your area who understands postpartum mental health problems and can connect you with local resources.
"A lot of women feel shame about their struggles. And so they don’t want to acknowledge it," says Dr. Rebecca Weinberg, a psychologist who oversees clinical operations for the Perinatal Depression Program at Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh."Some women fear their children being taken away or being labeled a bad mother."
If you think there might be a problem but you’re not sure — ask from a place of concern and offer help, not judgment.
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