What is the best way to deal with a spouse dealing with post-partum?

Take it seriously: Patients who had pregnancy complications, a difficult delivery or even an uneventful pregnancy with a healthy newborn can go through postpartum depression. It must be taken seriously and not treated as simply the "baby blues". I will share this very important question with experts in diagnosis and counseling for additional information for those concerned about family members' moods after delivery.

Be supportive: Post partum depression is frequently a terribly frightening illness. The mom may hold her baby & have no feelings 4 it. U need 2realize she is very ill & needs intensive psychiatric care & close observation.