Do I Have Postpartum Depression?

What is Postpartum Depression?

Let’s start with the question that matters most: what is postpartum depression?

Biologically, postpartum depression is often triggered by the sudden, dramatic drop in estrogen and progesterone after childbirth. It can cause chemical changes in the brain that affect mood regulation.

It is not just a rough adjustment period. It is a deeper emotional experience that can affect how you think, feel, and move through your day after having a baby. For some, it feels like constant overwhelm, for others disconnection, or like pressure. 

Understanding postpartum depression means recognizing that it is not a personal weakness. It is a human response to a major life shift; one that affects your body, hormones, identity, relationships, and your emotional world all at once.

Signs of Postpartum Depression

Every woman experiences postpartum depression in a different way. But there are some common signs to look out for: 

• Extreme emotional overwhelm 
• Struggle to enjoy meaningful moments
• Feeling a disconnect from your baby, your partner, or yourself
• Heavy, critical thoughts 
• Extreme exhaustion and fatigue 
• Constantly questioning yourself 

If you are noticing these patterns, it doesn’t automatically define your experience, but it does mean it is worth paying attention to.

Postpartum Depression Treatments

When it comes to postpartum depression treatments, there is no one single, correct approach. Healing is personal and layered. However, therapy, like Emotionally Focused Therapy, creates a space where you can begin to understand what you are feeling instead of pushing it aside. 

It helps you make sense of the emotional weight you may be carrying, reconnect with yourself, and rebuild a sense of stability from the inside out. 

Postpartum Depression Treatments

When it comes to postpartum depression treatments, there is no one single, correct approach. Healing is personal and layered. However, therapy, like Emotionally Focused Therapy postpartum therapy, creates a space where you can begin to understand what you are feeling instead of pushing it aside.

It helps you make sense of the emotional weight you may be carrying, reconnect with yourself, and rebuild a sense of stability from the inside out.

At My Growth Counselling, we help women sort through their feelings and gently begin to untangle what can feel overwhelming or confusing. You are not rushed, judged, or expected to have the answers. Instead, you are supported in making sense of your experience in a way that feels safe and meaningful to you.

Our therapist, Sherriden Brown, is a Registered Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, and Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist with specialized training in supporting individuals through emotionally complex life transitions, including the postpartum period. Her approach is deeply compassionate and grounded in professional expertise and compassion. If you're struggling, learn more about pregnancy & postpartum therapy in Mississauga.

You do not have to keep carrying this on your own. Reach out today to book your free 15-minute consultation and take the first step toward feeling more like yourself again.