My mother has history with depression. It’s happened before and her siblings have a history with it as well.  She had was deep into depression for longer than a year back in the early 2010’s. She ended up on medication back then and everything got better. 

Just recently she had a surgery removing her uterus and she has been having a rough time. It’s been about 5-6 weeks post surgery and she is struggling. She has already been prescribed medication. She has also mentioned being open to talking to a professional.  

I know professional help is the best approach, but what should we be doing as a family to help her? She has always been there for us for everything in our life, and I just want to make sure we are there for her. We were young when it happened last time, but now that we are adults I would love any advice on how to help somebody who might be experiencing this. 

Thank you in advance for any advice.