How did you overcome postnatal depression?

I had postnatal blues. Not sure if it became postnatal depression. But I was so tired all the time even though had my Mom helping me with baby. Hired a maid and I could get my rest so that was better. Then when I stopped breastfeeding, I became normal again... mood much better ... I think most important is when a very Low mood/ emotions strike, make sure your baby is with someone safe. Don't act on irrational thoughts. Get more rest. Even if it means spending $ to hire a maid. Because little rest can lead to stress can lead to irrational behaviour. Talk to someone like your hubby. Or call help hotlines. If necessary, stop breastfeeding... because I find it produces a lot of hormones that I couldn't take.