I guess by now, dear reader, that when you see my name on this platform, that I’m going to (mostly) be writing about the Postnatal Phase of a woman’s life.
This article is one that I’ve wanted to write about for a while.
Postpartum Depression And Its Abatement
The topic: Postpartum Depression.
The phenomenon is real, and its effects can be devastating.
As this is my own article, drawn from both my own real-life experience, as well as the scientific literature on the topic, I’m going to speak from my own informed perspective, nevertheless, all my own.
I’ve witnessed many different women coping with Postpartum Depression, some more adeptly than others.
Keep Something Constant, Postpartum
A suggestion I’d make is to keep some aspect of your life constant, whether it’s a set time to pray and meditate, or just reserve a nook in your bedroom for your breathing exercises.
You may not be able to do your pre-pregnancy and prenatal Hatha yoga, but you can do some limited stretching, increasing to more complete stretches after some weeks, if you’ve not had a C-section.
Postnatal Massage Helps With Postpartum Depression
Postnatal Massage can also positively affect rates of postpartum depression.
How?
It’s really because Therapeutic Massage can increase Serotonin and oxytocin.
And, Postpartum Massage can also help with lowering substances in the body associated with stress, which can adversely affect milk production.
Breast Massage Can Help Raise Oxytocin Levels
And, then there’s also Breast Massage. This modality, when applied properly, can actually increase milk production, open up clogged milk ducts, and even increase Serotonin levels even more than any other type of massage.
Of course, this involves massaging glands, which requires special training and tons of experience, in order to get it right.
Regularly Scheduled Sessions of Postpartum Massage Is The Ideal
The effects on the nervous system, as well as the hormones and brain chemistry, happen during each session.
Trying to have one session or two to save money is a sad misplacement of values.
Realize that self-care is essential, and understand that you’re worth the time and expense.
Having People Who Care And Will Listen, If Need Be
Really, though, it’s best to have someone to talk with.
While you’re pregnant, it’s best to look around and honestly assess whom you can share intimate details about life with.
Who really wants to listen while you complain about cramps?
Keep these relatives and friends in mind, you’ll be thankful later.
