It’s normal to have mixed feelings about becoming a parent. You may be excited to get to know your newborn, but also overwhelmed, irritable, sad or anxious (or all of the above). Sometimes, these “baby blues” linger and grow worse, developing into a more serious condition called postpartum depression (PPD).
This depression screening test, which is based off the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), may help you determine whether you’re experiencing symptoms of PPD. The test is free and your results are confidential. This is not an official diagnosis, and regardless of your score, you should call your health care provider if something doesn’t seem right.
Always remember that if you're diagnosed with PPD or another perinatal mood and anxiety disorder, you're not alone, it's never your fault and help is available.
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