How soon could I wear the postpartum support belt after pregnancy?

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I had a vaginal delivery but would still like that belly support. Cuz right now, i have a bear belly :) 4 Days postpartum.
I think its fine to wear one now! If you feel pain or are uncomfortable take it off! I would call your dr. nurse to just to be safe! Good Luck!  (+ info)

How long after having a baby does postpartum depression usually set in?

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I was on the way to a store tonight and heard a sappy song on the radio and just broke down crying. My daughter is almost 5 months old and I have been fine other than that. Could it be postpartum or are my hormones still out of whack? I still get teary eyed at certain commercials which I did during pregnancy.
I'd say totally normal..still 5 months later. But if you feel depressed regularly definitely talk to your doctor. I'm the same way, I think a lot of those hormones stick with us for life!  (+ info)

How bad does sex hurt postpartum for that first time?

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We attempted to have sex five weeks postpartum, but it felt really tight down there. Is that normal? Does it usually hurt the first time postpartum? I always thought it would be looser since a baby came through there not too long ago.
I had a pretty painful episiotomy and many stitches. For me it was extremely painful, so much that I was in tears. It was that way for about three months. It was really tight too. I thought it would be looser too since a 7lb baby came out of there!!!! We had to use a TON of lubrication to help and finally it started to feel good again. It is very normal to feel tight and to be a little painful. Your body just went through traumatic thing and is trying to heal itself.  (+ info)

How do you know the difference between postpartum depression, baby blues and PMS?

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I had my baby four weeks ago and starting about a week ago my hormones have been insane and I've been having horrible mood swings. Everything drives me crazy, one minute I'm happy and the next I'm crying. I don't feel any bond with my baby at all and I'm just not happy. How do I determine if it's just simple PMS, or something more serious like postpartum depression?
If it lasts more than 6 weeks it's more than baby blues or pms. If you feel like you might hurt yourself or your baby then it's something more and you need to talk with your doctor.

I didn't feel a real bond with my son either but I felt a connection. I didn't feel comfortable having him away from me so I knew there was something there. I didn't feel totally in love with him for months, it really took me a while.  (+ info)

Can a brain hemorrhage be detected through an ofthalmological exam?

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Can a brain hemorrhage or the beginning of one be detected though a test by the ophthalmologist?
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Can you experience postpartum depression up to 9 mos after giving birth?

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I had a c- section to deliver my son and I became ill after and wasn't felling myself for about 3 mos. Also I went through a lot of hardships soon after. My son is now 9 months and I feel really depressed, perhaps I have a little the whole time, but now it seems to be unbearable. I feel like driving far away, but most of the time I stay in my room in the dark and sleep sometimes cry. Could this possibly be postpartum depression?
Yes. Cesarean births are often traumatic, and the depression can linger for a long time. It's best to focus on the positive, and talk to someone.

In the future, please consider hiring a Doula. They really help women and families have a positive birth experience and lower the rate of postpartum depression.

"Do You Doula?"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvmB96cRnaU  (+ info)

What can family members do for a person with postpartum depression who is refusing help?

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A family member is making excuses for every suggestion given to her. What can we do to convince her to get the help she needs. She is slipping further into postpartum depression.
Refusing help is a sign of depression. The more you try to help, the more they resent you for it.

The important thing is to keep yourself healthy and not let it affect the rest of the family or the child/children.  (+ info)

What is the difference between a annual exam and a postpartum exam?

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I missed my postpartum exam due to insurance issues and now the doctor told me to come in for an annual instead and I was wondering if there was much difference?
Nope, same thing. With the post partum exam, the doctor checks to make sure everything has gone back to where it should be.  (+ info)

What is the average week you ladies got your first postpartum period?

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The reason i ask is because, i need to start taking my birth control pills on the first day of my period. (I am almost 7 weeks postpartum) I stopped and started bleeding a couple of times, and i dont know if this is my period. So what week did yours start? Thanks
I had the same problem you had. I have no idea. But my doctor had me start back on the pill after 6 weeks and my body's cycle adjusted to it.  (+ info)

Can postpartum depression come on 5 months after giving birth?

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I have been feeling so down lately, I think I may have depression. I have never felt this way for so long in my life (i've been in the "rut" for over a month now). And if I do have postpartum depression, is it something I can see my regular doctor for or will I need to see a psychiatrist?
Yes, PPD is caused by hormonal changes in the body. This can occur for up to two years after birth. See your Ob/Gyn, and they can make a determination on whether you need psychiatric care or not.  (+ info)

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