[header] How to treat postpartum depression naturally [title] Realize that " baby blues " are a normal part of the postpartum period. [step] During the first few weeks after delivery, you may experience the feelings of sadness, irritability, and anxiety characteristic of the " baby blues. " you may find yourself crying more than usual and having trouble sleeping. 
If you have these symptoms, know that they are normal, and they are frequently exacerbated by the exhaustion and stress that new mothers experience. They do not constitute postpartum depression, as long as they improve after 2-3 weeks.