In the case of postpartum depression, and specifically, we find feelings of guilt for not being the mother they expected to be, uncontrollable crying , doubts about their ability to adequately care for their child, and feelings of inadequacy.   for   to bond emotionally   with the daughter or son, as well as feeling overwhelmed by the situation. Most postpartum depressions appear in the first few weeks after childbirth, but they can appear up to a year after delivery.

Research also shows that mental health disorders during pregnancy and postpartum are associated with pregnancy complications, disruptions in the mother-baby bond, and impaired neurodevelopment in the infant. Therefore, early detection and appropriate treatment of postpartum depression are crucial.