INFORMATION FOR HUSBANDS AND OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS

Understanding PPD
What to Say
What NOT to Say
Things You Should Know About Her Treatment
Emergency Situations

What NOT to Say

  • Do not tell her she should get over this.

  • Do not tell her you are tired of her feeling this way.

  • Do not tell her this should be the happiest time of her life.

  • Do not tell her you liked her better the way she was before.

  • Do not tell her she'll snap out of this.

  • Do not tell her she would feel better if only: she were working, she were not working, she got out of the house more, stayed home more, etc.

  • Do not tell her she should lose weight, color her hair, buy new clothes, etc.

  • Do not tell her all new mothers feel this way.

  • Do not tell her this is just a phase.

  • Do not tell her if she wanted a baby, this is what she has to go through.

  • Do not tell her you know she's strong enough to get through this on her own and she doesn't need help.

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