Some women will require medication to get past this hurdle. Although the number is among the lesser frequent cases, it still exists. You must treat PPD the way you would any other illness. If you need help, seek it out. Now is not the time to take more on your shoulders.
Most major hospitals have a resource for women who have just given birth.
This information will be given to you either after the birth or possible before by your physician. Take advantage of these hotlines to speak to experienced counselors who will be able to offer you more than a shoulder to cry on. They can help you talk through you feelings and possibly evaluate your situation to determine if you need to take further steps. Also, if you have PPD with your first child, your odds are greater of experiencing it again with your second child. If you are prepared, PPD need not be a traumatic experience.