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Postpartum depression affects 1 in 7 new mothers — and is treatable. You are not alone and you are not a bad parent.
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious mental health condition that can develop after childbirth. It is not the "baby blues" — which is a mild, brief period of emotional adjustment after delivery. PPD is more intense, lasts longer, and requires professional treatment.
PPD can also affect fathers and non-birthing partners. DLH Consulting provides compassionate, non-judgmental evaluation and treatment for postpartum mood conditions.
Our intake coordinator will reach out within 2 business days of receiving your completed intake forms.
Complete Intake Forms (774) 929-7420Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: 516 Hawthorn St., Dartmouth, MA
Telehealth: Available statewide
We accept most major plans including:
Mild mood swings, crying, and anxiety in the first 2 weeks after birth. Normal and temporary — resolves on its own.
Persistent depression, anxiety, and exhaustion after childbirth that interferes with daily functioning and caring for your baby.
Excessive worry, racing thoughts, and physical anxiety symptoms following childbirth — often overlooked.
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts about harm coming to the baby, causing significant distress.
A rare but serious condition requiring immediate emergency care — involving hallucinations, delusions, and confusion after delivery.
Baby blues are mild, begin within 2-3 days of delivery, and resolve within 2 weeks. Postpartum depression is more severe, lasts longer than 2 weeks, and significantly interferes with your ability to function and care for your baby. If symptoms persist beyond 2 weeks or are severe, seek evaluation.
Yes. Several antidepressants are considered safe during breastfeeding, with low transfer to breast milk. Your provider will discuss the safest options for you and your baby. Untreated PPD also poses risks — to both you and your baby's development.
Yes. Paternal postpartum depression affects approximately 1 in 10 fathers. It tends to occur somewhat later (3-6 months after birth) and may present more as irritability and withdrawal than sadness.
Most people see improvement within 4-6 weeks of starting antidepressant medication. Therapy can provide faster symptomatic relief. With treatment, most people with PPD fully recover.
Yes. Postpartum depression is covered as a mental health condition by all major insurance plans, including MassHealth and Medicare.
DLH Consulting treats a full range of mental health conditions. Learn more about other conditions we commonly treat:
Our board-certified PMHNPs are accepting new patients in Dartmouth, MA — in-person and via telehealth statewide.