thoughts of harming yourself or others if you experience these signs you must talk to people around or see a mental health professional he or she may recommend that you meet a counsellor or start taking antidepressant medications many hospitals also have support groups for new mothers that comprise women health experts at times ppd goes away on its own when i discussed my situation with my husband and family they encouraged me to have faith in myself they told me that the phase was temporary my husband suggested stepping out of home and spending time with myself as parents we started rotating duties at night so that one person could sleep well i didnt have to seek any medical help says esha lifestyle changes can also help reduce symptoms of baby blues and ppd getting enough sleep finding time to exercise being around family or friends eating healthy meals and asking others to look after your baby so that you can have the muchneeded me time can help you manage the increased stress that accompanies parenthood since i am a media professional i started thinking about bouncing back to work though i knew ill have to be with my baby continuously for at least three months i started working from home a month after delivery i realised that work gave me confidence and helped me overcome selfdoubt says riya mehta from mumbaisymptoms that indicate ppd if your baby blues dont get better in two weeks and youre still sad and hopeless thats more than the blues ppd is often mistaken for baby blues but the symptoms of the former are more intense and longlasting they may eventually interfere with your ability to take care of your baby and do other thingssadness and guilt consume your thoughts feeling upset once in a while is fine but if you have crying spells or you are dissatisfied with yourself as a mom these may be among the first signs of ppdno interest in things you enjoyed if you are not laughing at your favourite comedy not interested in being affectionate with your partner and dont feel like having the food you love you might want to consult a doctorselfdoubt and lack of confidence its common for moms whose babies are sick or premature to have selfdoubt and guilt but if this is not your situation then having constant doubt about yourself and feeling guilty or ashamed as a mother could be a symptom of ppd by sharing your feelings with your partner or a health professional you can make positive changes that can contribute to your wellbeingtrouble in decision making its possible that fatigue hinders your capacity to think straight so if you cant decide whether or not to get off the bed take a shower or change your babys diaper these may be early signs of ppdinsomnia or sleeping too much its obvious for you to be up when your baby is awake nursing your little one all the time may