What is a postpartum depression screening?It's normal to have mixed emotions after having a baby. Along with excitement and joy, many new mothers feel anxious, sad, irritable, and overwhelmed. This is known as the "baby blues." It's a common condition, affecting up to 80 percent of new mothers. Symptoms of the baby blues usually get better within two weeks.Postpartum depression (depression after birth) is more serious and lasts longer than the baby blues. Women with postpartum depression may have intense feelings of sadness and anxiety. It can make it hard for a woman to care for herself or her baby. A postpartum depression screening can help find out if you have this condition.Postpartum depression is often caused by changing hormone levels. It may also be caused by other factors, such as lack of family or social support, being a teen mom, and/or having a baby with health problems. Most cases of this type of depression can be treated with medicine and/or talk therapy.Other names: postpartum depression assessment, EPDS test
