Above all else, be good to yourself. Just because you have PPD doesn't mean you're a bad mother or don't love your child. Overcoming Postpartum Depression. We live in a society that doesn't tolerate women who don't feel good about being a mother. Because of this, women feel enormously guilty when they have negative feelings about motherhood.
Help can come in many forms, from friends who cook meals and do the vacuuming to therapy.
If you're concerned about the way you're feeling, talk to your doctor. And if you think you might hurt yourself or your baby, or if you feel incapable of responsibly caring for your newborn, seek professional help immediately. Find someone you trust and let that person know how you feel. Call a friend. Look for a new mothers group for support.