What you need to know about postpartum depression and bably blues
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Vickie Petz Kasper, M.D.
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About This Episode
How could a woman feel overwhelming sadness when she ought to feel joy? Trust me, that’s the same question she’s asking herself when it comes to postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, or even the baby blues. Guilt is the overarching emotion. If you are someone you love as a new mom or about to be, you’re in the right place to learn more.
Whether you’re a parent, a grandparent, an aunt, uncle, or a friend. There’s always something to learn.
You’re listening to Healthy Looks Great On You, a lifestyle medicine podcast. I’m your host, Dr. Vickie Petz Kasper. This is episode 111, “When a bundle of joy makes you feel guilty about not feeling joy.” You’re going to step into the thoughts and emotions of new moms so you can better understand what they are going through. And how to help.
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