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Post-partum depression (PPD) is a constant battle. Even after you have overcome the battle once and you are careful as far as medications are concerned, it can reappear. The easiest way to explain this is to imagine that everyone has a depression gene. This lies dormant in some people their entire lives; while for others, it surfaces because of a traumatic incident, adolescence, puberty, pregnancy, or childbirth. The thing to remember is that once PPD triggers, it can relapse. A mother should know how to ensure that it does not return. Here are some things you can do to avoid its relapse.
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Tips to prevent post-partum depression relapse Post-partum depression (PPD) is a constant battle. Even after you have overcome the battle once and you are careful as far as medications are concerned, it can reappear. The easiest way to explain this is to imagine that everyone has a depression gene. This lies dormant in some people their entire lives; while for others, it surfaces because of a traumatic incident, adolescence, puberty, pregnancy, or childbirth. The thing to remember is that once PPD triggers, it can relapse. A mother should know how to ensure that it does not return. Here are some things you can do to avoid its relapse. Discover triggers: The best way to discover your triggers maintaining journal. Note down the things that you have recently done, how you feeling, discussions you had, any medicines recreational substances that you have been taking, the weather, and so on, on days when you are feeling particularly depressed worried. This can be very helpful discovering your triggers. your is by a were any or or in Learn to manage your triggers: Easier said than done. Managing the triggers is an important step in managing PPD. If you learn to manage your triggers, it would be easier to manage PPD and prevent its relapse. If you are unable to manage the triggers on your own, a therapist can help you manage these. In fact, a professional can also help you identify your triggers. Make self-care a routine: Mothers are notorious for neglecting their own needs. Self-care is not merely advised; it is crucial to preventing PPD relapse. Taking the time to relax, sleep well, eat healthy, exercise, and practice meditation will keep you on top of things. You can even
designate an area in your home specifically for self-care, where you can go whenever you are feeling down. Maintain your treatment schedule, otherwise, PPD will relapse: Once the symptoms start abating, you will fell re-energized and in control of your life. This does not mean that you stop going for the therapy or counselling sessions. If you think that the symptoms have stopped appearing, then discuss with your therapist and ask them to step down the treatment. They will gradually wean you off from the treatment and prepare a relapse prevention plan accordingly. Identify a confidant, someone you can trust: Find a confidant with whom you can share or discuss your thoughts and emotions. This person can be anybody ranging from a close friend, a total stranger or a support group. You can also prepare a plan and share with your confidant so that they know whom to contact and what do to in case you start experiencing PPD symptoms again. Find other interests: Take out time for yourself and indulge in something that you enjoy at least once a week. This will give you time for yourself to relax and to calm your mind. It will also act as the much-needed respite from the overwhelming thoughts about motherhood and the journey ahead. Make yourself aware: Read up as much as you can on PPD. Remember, the purpose of this reading is not to spook you but to gather information and make yourself more knowledgeable. The more information you have the better equipped you are to deal with PPD and its relapse. Take initiative, do not rely only on medications: Apart from ensuring that you take your medications regularly, you also need to play an active role in your health. If you feel that any of the upcoming events stress you out and may trigger a relapse, then plan ahead to control them. Plan a getaway if being cooped up inside during the winter makes you feel depressed. Hire a helper if you are dreading the strain of managing all the kids over the summer. If you are relocating, unpack the necessary boxes first and take your time to unpack the other boxes later. Do not lose hope, or yourself: PPD is an overwhelming battle. However, remember that the further you progress, the easier it would be to overcome. You can live without symptoms for days, but it can reappear. But, don’t lose hope or yourself in the treatment process. It is about your healing: Recovery from any mental health disorder is not only about cure, but about healing. You do not need to worry about what others would think about you or how they would react once they come to know that you are struggling with PPD. Give yourself the required time and effort and keep yourself and your healing needs above others.
The road ahead If none of the above tips work for you, get in touch with Athena Behavioral Health. We are a well-known mental health treatment center located in the heart of Gurgaon. Our experienced staff can help diagnose the disorder and customize the treatment plan to ensure recovery and true healing. Our team comprises the best depression doctors in NCR and our facility is safe, secure and completely confidential. For more information about depression treatment packages, WhatsApp us at 9289086193. You can even chat with our representative for further assistance. For more information, please visit: - www.athenabhs.com
