A hard, frightening birth and postpartum depression can feel almost the same from the inside, and they are often tangled together. But they are not the same thing, and they respond to different care. This gentle check helps tell them apart, so you know what you are actually dealing with. It is not a diagnosis, and there are no wrong answers.
This is a supportive self-check, not a diagnosis. Postpartum depression is common and treatable, and reaching out is a sign of strength, not failure. If you are struggling, please also speak to your doctor.
Not sure this is the right one? Start with the 2-minute nervous system check.