Support for after birth

Postpartum support at Piedmont

Taking care of you

At Piedmont, we're committed to supporting your new family's well-being throughout your journey - physically and emotionally. The birth of your baby can trigger a variety of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to feeling overwhelmed, fear and anxiety. It can also result in something most don't expect; anxiety and/or depression.

It is common for new moms to experience postpartum "baby blues" after childbirth, which can include mood swings, crying episodes, anxiety and difficulty sleeping. "Baby blues" typically begin within the first two to three days after delivery, and may last for up to two weeks.

Though these symptoms may subside over time, some new moms experience a longer-lasting form of depression known as postpartum depression and, in extreme circumstances, postpartum psychosis. Mothers and families must understand that this is not a character flaw or a weakness. Sometimes, it's simply a complication of pregnancy and birth.