The Most Important Things To Know About Postpartum Depression And Psychosis

For millions of women, once they give birth, they’re filled with incredible joy and their instinct is to protect their babies at all costs. However, 1 in 7 women will develop postpartum depression and anxiety after having a baby, and some women even develop postpartum psychosis. Mothers who suffer with postpartum psychiatric disorders may have fantasies of escaping their reality, panic attacks, hallucinations, and some may even kill their children. Many women have no history of mental health issues and are too embarrassed to talk publicly about this, fearing they will be judged as bad moms. Dr. Torie Sepah, a psychiatrist who has treated thousands of postpartum women, joins Dr. Phil on Monday’s episode, “Postpartum Moms,” to help explain these conditions. In the video above, Dr. Sepah shares what signs to watch for, a timeline for monitoring symptoms, risk factors, and why postpartum psychosis needs emergency care. On Monday, Dr. Phil speaks with women who have suffered from postpartum psychosis and say it’s time to discuss the seriousness of this in the open. Check local listings to see where you can watch. WATCH: Man Says Ex-Wife Who Killed Their Three Children Eight Years Ago Is Still ‘Not In Her Right Mind’ TELL DR. PHIL YOUR STORY: Life in crisis?