I had severe post partum depression 21 years ago after the birth of my last child. I was familiar with regular depression and it was a whole different thing. They have learned a lot in 20 years but still don't understand it, mostly because it can have a wide range of symptoms. Also, there is no time table for recovery. I don't think I ever have come out of it completely. Some women have it the rest of their lives. Also, going thru menopause was difficult...maybe related, maybe not.

This is not to say this will happen to you. If you keep up the therapy and meds, hopefully you will enjoy raising your baby and both have a happy life.