Feeling tired, sad, and worried are symptoms of baby blues syndrome that many mothers experience after giving birth. This syndrome is relatively mild, when compared with postpartum depression (postpartum depression) which can also threaten mothers after giving birth.
At the birth of the first child, almost about 80% of new mothers experience baby blues syndrome. Meanwhile, only about 10% of new mothers experience postpartum depression.
Recognize the Symptoms of Baby Blues Syndrome
Baby blues syndrome can be experienced because after giving birth there will be various changes, which can make a mother shocked. The presence of a baby can make a mother feel confused and worried about how to care for the baby properly and whether being able to be a responsible mother.
These worries and anxiety eventually lead to mood swings, insomnia, loss of appetite, easy sadness, irritability, and crying without reason.
With the support of family and relatives, baby blues syndrome can be overcome after some time, generally around two weeks. You can share stories about feelings and anxiety experienced by family or closest people you trust. In addition, give yourself time to adapt to new routines that must be followed, until you finally get used to and can adjust well.
Beware of Postpartum Depression Symptoms
If the symptoms of baby blues syndrome do not improve after two weeks, you should be vigilant. There is a possibility that the mother will experience postpartum depression or postpartum depression. Postpartum depression causes quite severe worries, which can make a mother feel hopeless, sad, worthless, and not even feel a bond with the baby.
If this happens, it is important to immediately consult a psychologist or psychiatrist. Because if it is not treated immediately, postpartum depression can cause the bond between mother and child to not be established properly. It can even increase the risk of major depression in the future.
Furthermore, severe cases of postpartum depression can cause postpartum psychosis. This condition is rare but requires serious treatment, because the mother can experience hallucinations and delusions that can endanger the baby and herself.
Recognize the symptoms and don't let the mother get stuck in baby blues syndrome or the more dangerous postpartum depression. Do not hesitate to ask for help from doctors to overcome this.
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