How common is post pardum depression and what is the treatment?

Blues: Postpartum blues are very common, the more serious postpartum depression is less common. Estimates vary from 10-15% according to the cdc. It will get better with time. You should seek therapy as well. It's also important to consider how postpartum depression effects the infant as well.

Different types: About 50-80% of women experience post partum "blues" in the first few weeks after delivery -- with mood lability, tearfulness, & irritability. Post-partum depression (PPD) is more severe, is clinically similar to depression at other times women's' lives -- and lifetime prevalence is 10-25%. Post-partum psychosis is 1-2/1000 women after childbirth. Rx for PPD is antidepressants & talk therapy.

Individualized help: Studies report prevalence rates among women from 5% to 25%. Treatment options are usually counseling and or medication. If you are struggling with the decision to seek help, please do. It can make a big difference to you and your baby for the rest of your lives. Best wishes to you and your baby.