I’m sorry you’re going through this. The good news is that you’ve already taken an important step by seeking help from a psychiatrist. Postpartum depression is treatable, and with the right treatment and support, most mothers recover. Keep taking your medication exactly as prescribed, attend your follow-up appointments, and don’t expect yourself to “snap out of it.” Try to share your feelings with a trusted family member, rest whenever your baby rests, and spend a few minutes each day doing something just for yourself, even if it’s only a short walk or listening to calming music. One suggestion: Along with medication, consider starting psychotherapy (especially CBT or interpersonal therapy), as the combination often helps recovery more than medication alone. Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.

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