Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression - What's the Difference?

Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression - What's the Difference? Bringing home your little bundle of joy is one of the most momentous occasions in any parent’s life. But sometimes, expectations don’t always align with reality. The “baby blues,” also called the postpartum blues, are very common for new moms. The baby blues have a lot in common with postpartum depression, and unfortunately, many moms in our community don’t get help because of stigmas around mental health or not knowing what to look for. Here’s the 411 on your moods after bringing home baby. Many parents have an idealized expectation of...