Baby Blues: Tips for Getting Back in to Sync

You're home with the baby but you feel off... Sad, tired, maybe even a little lonely. Baby blues are very common after giving birth and can take a few weeks to fade. Today, Parents Ask expert Erin O'Brien discusses baby blues and offers suggestions on ways to get you back in to sync.

**Please note, baby blues are very different from Postpartum depression. PPD is serious and you should seek immediate treatment from your doctor if you think you're experiencing something beyond baby blues. Below are a list of resources for more information on PPD and where to seek help.**

•    Mayo Clinic definition, symptoms, advice for PPD.
•    Government Women's Health Center definition, symptoms, advice for PPD
•    American Psychological Association's brochure on PPD
•    Mental Health America's factsheet and advice on PPD

-Breastfeeding and Sleep Schedules for Your Baby

-Your Body After Baby: What REALLY Happens

The opinions expressed in this video are published for educational and informational purposes only, and are not intended as a diagnosis, treatment or as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis and treatment. Please consult a local physician or other health care professional for your specific health care and/or medical needs or concerns.

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