What Is Postpartum Depression?

Bringing a new baby into the family can be challenging at the best of times, both physically and emotionally. It is natural for new parents to experience mood swings, feeling joyful one minute and depressed the next.

These feelings are sometimes known as the "baby blues," and often go away soon after birth.

However, some parents may experience a deep and ongoing depression that lasts much longer. This is called postpartum depression.