Postpartum illness can affect up to 8 out of 10 new mothers, to varying degrees of severity. Postpartum Depression is thought to be triggered by the rapid change in hormone levels experienced after labor, as well as extreme exhaustion.
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- Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Psychosis One woman's account of her decent into and back out of postpartum depression and anxiety.
- Center for Postpartum Health Addresses the pregnancy and birth needs of women and their families, before and after delivery, particularly as it pertains to the development of depression and other mood disorders.
- The Association for Post Natal Illness Information and advice from the UK charity. Includes available leaflets and newsletter.
- Baby Blues Connection Volunteer association providing information, resources and phone support to postpartum mothers.
- Post Natal Depression Information, stories and support forum.
- PND Productions A Postnatal Depression (PND) video and CD ROM for health care professionals and parents dealing with the postnatal depression and its effects. Produced by PND counsellor, Liz Wise.
- Understanding Postnatal Depression Information and tips for mothers and families affected by PND, compiled by a mother who has experienced the illness herself. Provides two forums for sharing experiences and support.
- PPD Support Page Offering peer support and resources to people dealing with postpartum mood disorders.
- Postpartum Stress Center Information on postpartum depression, including diagnosis and self help and message boards.
- The Ruth Rhoden Craven Foundation, Inc Providing information and support to women suffering from postpartum depression. Includes medical resources and treatment information.
- Postpartum Experience An informational site by a mother who has suffered from PPD and is currently collecting personal experience stories in order to compile a book about a range of postpartum mood disorders.
- Melanie's Battle A site attempting to raise awareness about postpartum psychosis and depression.
- American RadioWorks - Suffering For Two Addresses the issues of treating or not treating women with antidepressants during and after pregnancy. Transcript available. [7:32 Realaudio broadcast]
- The Massachusetts General Hospital Perinatal Psychiatry Program A women's mental health center dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of psychiatric disorder associated with female reproductive function.
- Postpartum Support International A self-help support network, research guide and international bibliography. Includes a self-assessment test.
- Royal College of Psychiatrists: Post Natal Depression Patient information leaflet can also be downloaded as a PDF document.
- BeyondBlue : National Postnatal Depression Program This program aims to research and prevent postnatal depression within Australia.
- The Functions of Postpartum Depression A research article proposing an evolutionary function for postpartum depression.
- Marce Society An international society for the understanding, prevention and treatment of mental illness related to childbearing. Website of the Australasian Branch.
- Postpartum Depression Identifying and dealing with postpartum blues, serious depression and psychosis.