09/26/2020
Anger is a distress signal.
Anger in the postpartum period is a red flag that is being overlooked and misunderstood.
Studies have shown that moms struggling with PPA/PPA are more likely to have symptoms of rage.
This rage is often intense, hard to control and feels very uncharacteristic.
Here is a short excerpt from Jill Bucher of
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“Anger is indeed a normal emotion that we can all have, but being prone to anger can indicate there’s something going on that needs to change.” She [Christine Ou] adds that there is some evidence that shows that if a woman is both angry and depressed, the depression can last longer and be more intense.
The things that moms are angry about postpartum aren’t earth-shattering. Some feel trapped or helpless as they shoulder so many new responsibilities caring for a new baby while their own needs are left unfulfilled. Others find the reality of motherhood and the supports they receive don’t live up to their expectations. And many feel guilty that they aren’t the picture of the idealized self-sacrificing mother that’s upheld in our society.
What’s more surprising is that no one’s thought to look at anger as a red flag for postpartum mood disorders sooner. Ou has a theory as to why it has been overlooked: “Culturally, we often aren’t comfortable with the emotion of anger because it can imply that you’re not in control—especially for women.” And women who’ve just had babies are expected to be particularly blissful.
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If you are struggling with postpartum rage please visit . They have several resources and a directory that can help you find a maternal mental health provider in your area.
https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/postpartum-care/postpartum-anger-is-the-red-flag-no-one-is-looking-for/
