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Postpartum Depression: A mix of emotional, physical and behavioural changes after childbirth can be termed postpartum depression. It is a major form of depression that occurs after 4 weeks of delivery. Hormonal, social and psychological changes are responsible for postpartum depression. It is a change that a new mother experiences after having a baby. It can be treated with the help of medicines and with proper counselling. Estrogen and progesterone are those hormones which are responsible for maintaining pregnancy. After giving birth to a baby the level of those hormones falls which leads to hormonal fluctuation in the new mother causing mood swings, anxiety and depression. This Mother's Daywe throw some light on all you need to know about this. Watch video for more.