What should I know about postpartum depression?

That it is normal to have mood swings and feel lousy about yourself. It is a huge change in your life, motherhood. In severe cases, the mother may neglect the child or have suicidal tendencies. If you find yourself thinking negatively about the child, do let your close ones know. If you feel like you need a neutral viewpoint, call your hospital's depression hotline. KK Women's and Children's Hospital Women's Services 100 Bukit Timah Road Singapore 229899 Email : [email protected] Call : +65 6294 4050 http://www.kkh.com.sg/HealthPedia/Pages/PregnancyMentalWellnessPostnatalDepression.aspx http://sg.theasianparent.com/postnatal_depression_in_singapore/

That it is for real. I had bouts of self pity and can't stop crying but with the help of family and friends i was able to get through it.

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