How do I know if my friend has postpartum depression?

I would know that my friend has postpartum depression if she has been feeling alone, worthless, sad, or despaired after she had recently given birth to her baby. She may also get tearful and cry.

You can ask her. Just don't go playing doctor and studying her like a science experiment. Don't go all psycho-analytic on your friend. If you want to know, just go online and see the signs of postpartum depression. So if she does show some of the signs, just don't throw it in her face and tell her to get her life together. Address it in a calm matter, don't make it seem as though she's messed up. Go up to her and say, "Hey, I'm really worried about you. Have you been to a doctor? I'm concerned about your well-being." See how it goes from there.

Your friend may have postpartum depression after giving birth. You should support her and listen to her in any way you can, and offer assistance. As well, you can suggest her to go to a doctor.

The birth of a baby can trigger a jumble of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. But it can also result in something you might not expect — depression. Many new moms experience the "postpartum baby blues" after childbirth, which commonly include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety and difficulty sleeping. Baby blues typically begin within the first two to three days after delivery, and may last for up to two weeks. But some new moms experience a more severe, long-lasting form of depression known as postpartum depression. Rarely, an extreme mood disorder called postpartum psychosis also may develop after childbirth. Postpartum depression isn't a character flaw or a weakness. Sometimes it's simply a complication of giving birth. If you have postpartum depression, prompt treatment can help you manage your symptoms — and enjoy your baby.

The best way to find out if your friend is going through anything is by talking to them, ask them if they are okay, some people just need a hand in the dark

Oooh would be a good idea to look into the symptoms online in as much detail as can be and find a way to discuss this and refer even more help to.

If you have any reason to believe that your friend has postpartum depression, you should tell her parent(s) and tell her to seek professional help.

You can talk to your friend and find some information about postpartum depression. It is good that you care about your friend, do not leave her alone.

just try to be in tune with how they are acting.. do they seem to wanna be alone or inside more of the time? are they more gloomy than usual? how are their grades in school if you are in school? alot of things play into depression. keep tabs on how they are doing and just be there for them no matter what. they need to feel like someone cares. they are lucky to have a friend like you.

Speaking with your friend about what their going through is always a good place to start. Make sure your friend is in a space where they feel safe, and try to be as open and non-judgmental as you can. Make sure your friend knows they can open up to you about anything they are feeling right now, but remember they may not feel comfortable talking about this with you. And that is okay.