Does Angelina Jolie have postpartum depression?

According to some newspaper reports, Angelina Jolie is suffering from postpartum depression since the birth of her twins nearly two months ago. It's not a surprise, really, as everyone is at risk, particularly mothers of multiples. If the story is to be believed, I think what it really shows us is that having lots of money and help, doesn't always solve the problem. While support is vital, it can still happen to anyone, even a big time movie star.

Sitting here with my week old baby, I certainly have moments where I'm more teary. This is the baby blues, not postpartum depression. Signs of postpartum depression include:

• Irritability
• Inability to concentrate
• Crying very easily, or often
• Eating problems (too much or too little)
• More signs of postpartum depression

I just talked to a new mother who was sounding really down. I asked her if she thought that maybe she was suffering from postpartum depression. She said, "Oh, I just thought feeling this awful was normal." Her answer was simple and reminded me how important it is to know about postpartum depression - what is normal and what isn't. Did you know that there are risk factors for postpartum depression? Are you experiencing symptoms during the postpartum period that makes you worry that you suffer from postpartum depression? Take this quiz to see how your feelings rank in the scheme of postpartum depression (PPD).

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• Signs of Postpartum Depression
• Are you at risk for postpartum depression?
• Postpartum Depression Screening Quiz
• Postpartum Pain Relief
• Postpartum Sex
• Preparing for Postpartum