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Postpartum feelings


  • Many women go through emotional changes after giving birth.
  • You can take steps to help manage stress.
  • Postpartum depression is serious; ask for help.

What are the baby blues?

Baby blues are feelings of sadness you may have 3 to 5 days after having a baby. These feelings most likely are caused by all the hormones in your body right after pregnancy. You may feel sad or cranky, and you may cry a lot. By about 10 days after the baby's birth, the baby blues should go away. If they don't, tell your health care provider.
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