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This page, Postpartum Depression, is offered by
Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition
Department of Public Health

Many new parents develop postpartum depression and other perinatal mood disorders. Depression is common and treatable. If you think you have depression, seek treatment from your health care provider as soon as possible.

About Postpartum Depression (PPD) For mothers For fathers, friends, & family For healthcare providers Screening tools, trainings, & continuing education Annual summaries on PPD screening activities

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Beth Buxton, LCSW, Program Director, Maternal Health Initiatives Beth.Buxton@MassMail.State.MA.US

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