Simple Post-Partum Depression Cures
Author: Lucky Balaraman
Post-Partum Depression is a debilitating, albeit extremely common,
condition that affects new mothers everywhere.
Medication is of course one of the standard remedies, but before you opt
for it, there are other, simpler solutions which could very well get you
back on your feet without modifying your metabolism.. This article lists
several of them, drawn from accounts of actual users.
> Go to bed early and try to get a good night's sleep
> Lie down next to your heater vent and feel its comforting
warmth
> Stroll in the park amongst the ducks, watching what they do
> Do things with your hands, perhaps a craft
> Work in the garden, watering plants and pulling up weeds; each
is calming in its own way
> Buy yourself a fancy cup of coffee, savor it's fine taste and
aroma
> Play with your kids and make plans with them for what you will
do together when you are feeling better
> See a therapist regularly and make sure you are totally candid
with him
> See a doctor regularly and make sure you are totally candid
with him
> Stay away from alcohol and other depressants
> Have a relaxing bubble bath or a shower with something sweet
to eat and drink; play soothing music while you are bathing
> Keep a journal about your feelings: it helps to externalize
them
> Exercise regularly: this releases feel-good chemicals
(endorphins) into your bloodstream
> Join and participate in online forums for post-partum
depression; discuss your problem with others who have it, seek their
advice and enjoy the comfort of a loving community
> Take part in activities with family and friends
> Read a good book
> Go visiting
> Call a close friend and talk to her/him
> Go for a drive
> Bake something; this will direct your attention to a subject
other than parenting and refresh your mind
> Call your mom and talk to her about your problem. This could
be the single most effective therapy for your situation, because she
loves you, is deeply concerned about you and will make time to listen to you
> Ask your mom to visit for some days. She could help with your
chores and thus create some personal time for you to do the other things
mentioned here
> Put baby in her stroller and go out for a walk
> Let yourself wallow for a bit with no pressure and all
pleasure - stay in your PJs, eat junk food, mope a bit
> Cuddle with your kids and if you feel like it, have a good cry
while doing so. Realize there are people who truly love you (can't help
but feel happy when your kids are giggling and rolling on the floor with
you)
> Go to the beach if there is one nearby - look at the ocean and
breathe the sea air
> Go shopping (nothing like good old-fashioned retail therapy!),
or go window-shopping
> Have a long, deep chat with your dear husband, followed by a
long, long cuddle and sweet kisses!
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