Just the Facts - Baby Blues

80% - estimate of Moms who experience the Baby Blues: feelings of worry, unhappiness, and fatigue after having a baby. These feelings are somewhat mild and exit within a few weeks on their own.

However, Postpartum Depression symptoms are more severe and usually require treatment. The condition affects at least 15% of births and may precede or follow anytime after childbirth.

National Institute on Mental Health

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