Thursday, March 3, 2011

Preventing Postpartum Depression

 PPD can happen to anyone, regardless of how many babies you've birthed or who you are. The best that you can do is be educated about post partum depression and the warning signs. Here's a list of tips to prevent and cope with Post Partum Depression.

  • Take Omega 3’s
  • Get sunshine daily and fresh air
  • Take Vitamin D (the sunshine vitamin)
  • Evening Primrose Oil Capsules
  • Exercise
  • Get help with baby, housework and take some time for yourself
  • Prayer
  • Mama Calm supplement
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Get plenty of sleep- sleep with your baby to ensure everyone is getting enough rest
  • Nurse your baby- it releases the love hormone- oxytocin- which helps us feel better
  • Process your birth so you understand why/what happened
  • Red Raspberry Leaf Tea
  • Aromatherapy
  • Acupressure/acupuncture
  • Chiropractic care
  • Yoga
  • Relaxation
  • Massage
  • Keep a journal of your thoughts
GET HELP IF YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE LOSING CONTROL OR WILL HURT YOURSELF OR THE BABY.