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Although the cause of wild rejoicing, having a baby may often lead to depression and anxiety due to hormonal changes that take its toll on both mind and body during and after birth.

In fact, 70% to 80% of women experience mood swings and depression following the birth of a child.

Postpartum depression, or PPD, is often differentiated from postpartum psychosis - the most severe form of postnatal depression which, although rare, is extremely serious and often requires hospitalization.

Find out more about PPD, its causes, treatments and ways to cope at top sites offering facts and information, tips and advice on the new baby "blues"...

MedlinePlus: Postpartum Depression - Great overview of the condition with updated links to news, information, diagnosis and treatment of antepartum and postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, with related research, organizations and directories.

Depression After Delivery - National, U.S. nonprofit organization offering facts and info on the subject including causes and treatments of postpartum psychosis, depression and anxiety, tips on selecting therapy, advice for fathers and partners, and related resources.

Recovering from Delivery - Tips and how-to's on getting over the physical exhaustion, postpartum depression and other symptoms, their causes, symptoms, risk factors.

Postpartum Depression - Quick facts on the postpartum blues with info on the physical and emotional aspects, the role of the "perfect mother" syndrome, ways to cope and answers to common questions about postpartum depression.

Postpartum Depression, PPD - New Mothers and Clinical Depression - From Health Place.com with audio clips from their radio show on the topic, plus information and FAQ, related links and resources on where to get additional help.

PSI - Postpartum Support International - In-depth information on postpartum mood disorders with an online self-assesment test, symptoms and how to ease them, related advice on health & nutrition guidelines, tips for new dads, chat & support forums.

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This information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.