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Having a newborn at home is not always about happiness, joy and excitement, especially if we talk about the new moms. Postpartum depression is a common scenario that most mothers go through after giving birth. It’s a result of the hormone imbalance in the bodies of new moms that lead to what we know as postpartum depression.  Running away from this phase will only bring more confusion, anxiety, discomfort and fear. So, if you are a new mom or a mom-to-be, you need to prepare yourself for the same. Read along to learn about some important points about postpartum depression.  It May Hit You a Few Weeks After Giving Birth PPD is not like baby blues. It does not hit you immediately after childbirth. Instead, you may feel the symptoms after 2-3 weeks. You may experience low mood, irritability, low libido and an indifferent attitude among other symptoms.   Unlike baby blues, postpartum depression can stick around for as long as 6-8 weeks and even get worse if not dealt wit...

A baby’s fussy behavior can make their parents anxious. In some cases, these mood changes are unpredictable. Thus, learning about wonder weeks is important. After doing comprehensive research, doctors Van de Rijt and Plooij made charts for times when the babies may feel good or fussy. However, the wonder weeks patterns aren’t the same for every baby. So, don’t worry if it doesn’t work for your baby. Wonder Weeks And Leaps Wonder weeks describe periods of infant development. Research says that  during these periods, babies get physical and mental growth rapidly. Changing things quickly and learning new skills at a different pace may make your baby frustrated or scared. Thus, during this time, the baby should be well taken care of by their parents and caregivers. The wonder weeks chart can be used by calculating your baby’s age in weeks (starting from the due date). In the first year, the baby goes through about eight leaps. And, each leap is associated with different milestones the...

Also called nausea gravidarum, morning sickness can lead to nausea and vomiting. It usually occurs during pregnancy. Approximately 70 percent of pregnant women experience morning sickness and nausea & vomiting can be serious in 3 percent of the patients. In fact, there’s some evidence that it can be considered as a sign of healthy pregnancy. In most cases, morning sickness causes no unpleasant effects & doesn’t have any health risks to the baby. Morning Sickness Symptoms Vomiting and nausea are the common symptoms of morning sickness. These are usually triggered by certain spicy foods, odors, etc. Sometimes, there’s no such triggers. The symptoms usually start appearing between 6 and 9 weeks of pregnancy. In some cases, patients can lose weight. If you have severe symptoms, it’s necessary to seek professional help from a licensed doctor. Morning Sickness Causes What exactly causes morning sickness is unknown. However, some medical experts say that hormonal changes may develo...