You might be experiencing a perinatal or postpartum mood disorder if...

• You feel overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or emotionally disconnected more often than not.

• Worry feels constant, excessive, or difficult to control.

• You find it hard to relax, even when your baby is sleeping or being cared for.

• You are struggling to sleep, even when you have the opportunity to rest.

• You feel irritable, angry, or unlike yourself.

• You experience frequent feelings of guilt, shame, or not being a "good enough" parent.

• You feel disconnected from your baby, your partner, or yourself.

• Activities you once enjoyed no longer feel enjoyable.

• Emotional reactions can feel intense.

• You find yourself crying often or feeling emotionally numb.

• Your thoughts feel intrusive, repetitive, or frightening.

• You feel isolated, lonely, or unsupported.

• Everyday tasks feel much harder than they used to.

• You are having difficulty adjusting to the changes that come with pregnancy, postpartum, or parenthood.

Perinatal and postpartum mood disorders can occur during pregnancy and after birth and are more common than many people realize.