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Battling the Baby Blues: A Survival Guide for Latinas
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Baby Blues? Introduction

 

When the "blues" won't go away: Postpartum Depression

 

Signs and Symptoms

 

Simple things you can do

 

When to see a doctor

 

When someone you love has the "baby blues" or PPD

 

Helpful Links (English and Spanish) and Sources

 

When someone you love has the "baby blues" or PPD

 

Some helpful tips for fathers, family and friends

 

There are many things spouses, partners, friends and family members can do to help. Here are a few (22):

  1. Offer support and encouragement: Your positive words and actions can help ease some of her suffering.

  2. Encourage her to talk about her feelings, and do not judge.

  3. Allow her to take time for herself: This can help a woman suffering from PPD feel more relaxed and better about herself.

  4. Help her cope by pitching in with babysitting or housecleaning.

  5. Offer reassurance and patience.

  6. Ask how you can help.

  7. Help her find support and medical help.

  8. Believe in her strength and her ability to recover.

 

Helpful Links (English and Spanish) and Sources

 

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