Ask The Expert: What No One Tells You About Postpartum

What No One Tells You About Postpartum: The Emotional Shifts Every Parent Should Know Ask The Expert with Kate Minosora, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Us Therapy Becoming a parent changes everything, not just your routines, but your emotions too. While we often hear about the physical recovery after birth, the emotional journey can be just as intense... and much less talked about. In this special Ask The Expert session, we’re joined by Kate Minosora, a Senior Clinical Psychologist from Us Therapy, to shed light on the emotional shifts that happen during the postpartum period, from unexpected mood swings to quiet identity changes. 💬 Got questions? Ask away! From July 14–21, submit your questions via theAsianparent app. 📺 Then tune in on July 22, as Kate answers them and offers practical insights to help parents feel more seen, supported, and emotionally prepared. Let’s talk about what really happens, because no parent should go through postpartum in silence. #AskTheExpert #theAsianparentSingapore #UsTherapy #postpartum #parenting

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Doc... My baby is already 6 months, but I still feel sad, anxious, and not quite “right" 😅😅😅😅 Is it still considered postpartum,

Kate Minosora

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Hi Araminta, thank you for sharing. The short answer is a resounding yes, your feelings at 6 months postpartum are definitely still considered part of the postpartum period. It's a really common misconception that mental health struggles only happen in the first few weeks after birth. Many parents experience symptoms of Post-Natal Depression (PND) or Post-Natal Anxiety (PNA) that can show up weeks, or even months, down the line, often lasting up to a year or more if not addressed. So, feeling sad, anxious, and "not quite right" at 6 months is certainly a sign that these are still postpartum mental health challenges. Please know you're not alone, and it's a great idea to reach out to a healthcare professional, because these feelings are treatable and you absolutely deserve to feel "right" again!

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