I'm no expert, but I have had a child.
Off the top of my head, I think PPD is due to a hormonal imbalance after childbirth. A lot of women get it, and it's marked by a feeling of being overwhelmed, as well as sadness and helplessness, combined with physical and mental/emotional exhaustion.
Typically it's temporary and can be treated with medication and also probably goes away with time once the mom's body and hormones return to normal and she gets used to her new role. I feel bad for any woman who experiences it. The first few months after having a baby are rough for anyone.
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