Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression, also known as prenatal depression, can be present in upwards of 25% of all pregnant women. This type of clinical depression appears in women after childbirth, and to a lesser extent appears in men as well.

There are a number of things that contribute to postpartum, according to studies. The most common are depression during or before pregnancy, low self esteem, and any aspect of stress be it about your relationship, or anxiety about money or childcare, to name a few. In short, very few women are completely safe from postpartum depression, as who is completely free of stress, especially at one of the most life changing moments of her life?

This is why preventative measures are vital to ensure your well-being. You knew a healthy body was necessary for taking care of your baby while you were carrying it, and now a healthy state of mind is needed to care for your newborn, not to mention yourself. Don't be one of the many women who ignores the signs of illness; being informed about the condition, as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle are the best ways to prevent and treat postpartum.

There are many ways to treat postpartum, from either mild to severe symptoms. A doctor may prescribe antidepressants or suggest more extreme measures such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Methods in helping alleviate symptoms of postpartum though that have proved helpful to countless women though is to take care of their bodies and to talk to someone, whether it be a psychiatrist, counsellor, or support group made of women who have been in the same situation.

Women have relied on herbs for thousands of years in all aspects of their life and hormonal cycle. Get your post-pregnancy body back to its original, healthy cycle with the aid of a few herbs. Avlimil Complete (www.female-enhancement.com/Avlimil.htm) contains many well-regarded herbs, including black cohosh root which raises estrogen levels and soothes stress, and sage leaf, which has been prescribed by midwives for centuries to postpartum mothers. Avlimil Complete is completely safe, with no side effects. Still, it is extremely advisable to consult your doctor before taking supplements, especially if you are pregnant or breast feeding.