This week, The Doctors Bjorkman, board-certified OB/GYN & Pediatrician parents, discuss a critically important maternal health condition: postpartum depression. They cover what it is, how to diagnose and treat it, prevention and risk factors. They also share their "in real life" experiences.

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If you are in mental health distress or have a suicidal crisis, call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for free and confidential support 24/7.

Postpartum Support International (PSI) Hotline: Call or text 1-800-944-4773 (Text en Espanol: 971-203-7773) for information, encouragement, and resources. Volunteers will return messages during business hours. PSI is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies.

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0:00 - Intro
1:31 - The Basics of Postpartum Depression
2:42 - Importance of Recognizing the Symptoms
3:04 - The Baby Blues
4:19 - Causes of PPD
4:52 - Diagnosing PPD
5:54 - Sarah's IRL Postpartum Experience
10:40 - What to Do if You're Concerned About PPD
13:13 - Breastfeeding and Treatment of PPD
14:15 - Being a Partner in PPD - Kurt's IRL
15:45 - Risk of Death
17:40 - A Helpful Quote from Sarah
18:33 - Prevention of PPD
18:58 - Risk Factors for PPD
21:22 - Decreasing Your Risk of PPD
21:57 - Wrapping it All Up

Intro Music: A WAY FOR ME - Nicolai Heidlas by Chem Ocampo

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