Baby Blues: What It Is and How to Deal With It

Emotionally challenged mother holding baby while having baby blues

Baby blues refer to the emotional ups and downs new mothers experience after childbirth. Symptoms include mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and mild sadness, usually peaking a few days postpartum and resolving within two weeks. These feelings are common due to hormonal shifts, sleep deprivation, and the overwhelming responsibility of a newborn.