After confinement, I feel very depressed as soon as I breastfeed.

Generally speaking, this kind of anxiety reaction is not a psychological problem, that is to say, it is not that you hate breastfeeding, and it has nothing to do with postpartum depression. It is a physiological hormonal response, which is related to the changes in the brain before breastfeeding. A sudden drop in the chemical dopamine. So what should a new mother do if this happens? You might as well try these 3 methods. First, we must establish a correct mentality and face problems proactively. You know, this phenomenon will not always exist, it will gradually improve and eventually disappear. Generally, it is likely to disappear automatically when the baby is 6 months old. So, new moms need to remember that these negative situations do not represent how you really feel, they are just temporary hormonal reactions.

Second, you can record the occurrence of this situation and see when it appears stronger. For example, this symptom may be more obvious when you are dehydrated or particularly tired. Based on the documented situation, see if you can proactively take steps to mitigate the situation. For example, replenish water in time, pay more attention to rest, etc. to keep the body in a better condition.

Third, adjust your inner state through different methods. Exercise can help naturally increase dopamine, which means taking a walk with your baby before pregnancy can help boost your mood while breastfeeding. Or play some natural and relaxing music while breastfeeding, or take a closer look at the baby's expression and look at his eyebrows and eyes while breastfeeding. This will give you adequate protection from the sun and help you feel more at peace.

In short, new mothers’ emotional problems during lactation need to be taken seriously. In addition to self-adjustment, the family’s meticulous care and consideration can make new mothers feel more warmth and care, which is very important for new mothers. It plays a very important role in improving your mood.