How Lactating Mothers Can Fight Depression in These Uncertain Times?
Positive physical and mental health benefits of breastfeeding have been very well established by WHO and other health Organizations. Also Read - The Impact of The Covid-19 Pandemic on Teenagers  This is because, for a new mother undergoing hormonal changes during pregnancy and post-delivery becomes challenging and is considered the most difficult time in womens life as they have to fulfill the expectation of being a mother with the sleepless nights, leading to mood swings and depression. When the whole world is fighting the pandemic, the incidence of baby blues has also increased in these uncertain times. It is very common for the new mothers to feel depressed, low, and fatigued post-delivery for initial 2-3 weeks. Sometimes it may last longer and maybe more severe resulting in mood swings and a sense of hopelessness, with drawl from friends and family then its always better to take the help of a specialist. Also Read - Tips to Protect Your Mental Health During COVID-19  Dr. Ila Gupta, senior IVF consultant and clinical director, Ferticity Fertility Clinics help us how can lactating mothers can fight depression. There are certain emotional stressors that may further aggravate the depression in todays Covid times like:  Illness or sad demise of someone near and dear  Financial burden may be due to loss of job or lockdown  Social isolation and distancing  Lack of family support  Lack of manpower to take care of household chores  Health issues to you or your child  History of a difficult or traumatic labour  Some simple tips for these mothers to combat baby blues and stay calm