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Postpartum emotions are often described as sadness, worry, or anxiety. But anger can be part of the picture, too. Some new parents experience sudden irritability, frustration, or an intensity of anger that feels startling—even unfamiliar. It may be called postpartum rage or postpartum anger, and it deserves to be talked about with the same care and compassion as other postpartum emotions. It can be directed at a partner, family member, the baby, or—sometimes—at yourself.

7 quick tips on how to avoid postpartum depression

The first 72 hours with a newborn. Bringing a newborn home is overwhelming because parents face sudden sleep deprivation, healing physical trauma, and an immediate learning curve regarding baby feeding and behavioral cues. The first 72 hours after coming home with a newborn rarely match the picture-perfect stories. Instead of calm bonding moments, many families feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure of what to do next. Feeding can feel nonstop and unpredictable. Sleep may b