I’m 37 weeks pregnant, this is my first pregnancy. Is there a disorder similar to postpartum depression that is depression during the pregnancy? Is it just the normal hormonal imbalance of pregnancy or can it be a condition? I had a history of depression as a child but had no symptoms for at least 7-8 years until now. And it seems the closer I get to my due date, the worse the feelings get. I get perpetually bad after an appointment and I was hospitalized last week because I had a bad kidney infection, and it felt like it was at its worst then but the feelings never lifted. Anyone have any information? I’d apprechiate it greatly.

Causes of Postpartum Depression

The exact causes of postpartum depression are unknown,but rapid hormonal changes that accompany pregnancy and delivery may trigger depression. Levels of the hormones estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol fall dramatically within 48 hours after delivery. Women who go on to develop postpartum depression may be more sensitive to these hormonal changes. Postpartum depression (PPD) is a condition that describes a range of physical and emotional changes that many mothers can have after having a baby.

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Ok,no judgement please.I am feeling very low lately..since august i have been feeling very weird. I have been having bad thoughts *thoughts of hurting myself and others* i mean i WOULD NEVER do anything i think,but they dont go away and they interrupt my life. i have 2 children and im pregnant again *this happened before i got pregnant 3rd time* this all comes new to me as i never experienced this before.i am afraid of knives something terrible *never before* and i have thoughs of people breaking in my house and nightmares…i fee useless right now…How do i tell me doctor i need treatment? I feel so embarrassed,and dont want noone including hubby to judge me. Have u had these symptoms? how did u get treated and are they still there? thanks sooooo much =