Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2590: What You Need to Know About Postpartum Anxiety by Jessica Jondle with Healthline on Motherhood Advice
May 16, 2025
Postpartum anxiety isn’t just the new-parent jitters; it can disrupt everyday life. Learn to spot the signs and understand its causes. Effective treatment options are discussed to aid in managing this often-overlooked condition. Discover how to transition from constant worry to confident motherhood with the right support. The podcast emphasizes the importance of seeking help if anxiety lingers beyond the typical baby blues, highlighting that it's possible to have both postpartum anxiety and depression.
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Understanding Postpartum Anxiety
- Postpartum anxiety is distinct from the well-known postpartum depression and can be just as disruptive.
- Symptoms include constant worry, sleep issues, racing thoughts, and physical signs like heart palpitations.
Anxiety vs. Depression Differences
- You can have postpartum anxiety without depression, or both disorders simultaneously.
- Postpartum depression mainly causes intense sadness; anxiety centers on uncontrollable worry without severe depression.
Risk Factors for Postpartum Anxiety
- Hormonal fluctuations postpartum affect all women, yet only some develop anxiety, suggesting other risk factors at play.
- Prior anxiety, family history, history of pregnancy loss, and mood changes increase risk of postpartum anxiety disorder.