This sounds very serious. After childbirth, some mothers can develop severe psychiatric conditions like postpartum depression with suicidality or postpartum psychosis. The threats to harm herself or the baby, refusal to eat/drink, and aggressive behavior are red flags that need urgent medical attention.
Next Steps
(Immediate)
• Take her to the nearest psychiatrist or hospital emergency department right away. Do not wait.
• If she refuses care and talks about harming herself or the baby, please involve other family members and seek urgent help.
• Ensure she is never left alone with the baby until she has been evaluated and stabilized.
• This is not her fault — it’s a treatable medical condition, not just “anger” or “stress.” With the right treatment, she can recover.
Health Tips
• Stay calm but act quickly. Safety of both mother and baby is most important.
• Once treated, most women improve significantly within weeks.
• Early psychiatric intervention can save lives and protect the baby.