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By Mayo Clinic staffPostpartum depression can develop after the birth of any child, not just the first. The risk increases if:
- You have a history of depression, either during pregnancy or at other times
- You had postpartum depression after a previous pregnancy
- You've experienced stressful events during the past year, including illness, job loss or pregnancy complications
- You're experiencing marital conflict
- You have a weak support system
- The pregnancy is unplanned or unwanted
The risk of postpartum psychosis is higher for women who have bipolar disorder.
