How to Talk About PPD Guide How to Talk About PPD Guide How to Talk About Postpartum Depression Overview Symptoms Causes Treatment Coping For Partners PPD and COVID-19 By Wendy Wisner Wendy Wisner LinkedIn Twitter Wendy Wisner is a lactation consultant and writer covering maternal/child health, parenting, general health and wellness, and mental health. She has worked with breastfeeding parents for over a decade, and is a mom to two boys. Learn about our editorial process Updated on December 08, 2020 Medically reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW Medically reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW Facebook Twitter Amy Morin, LCSW, is the Editor-in-Chief of Verywell Mind. She's also a psychotherapist, international bestselling author and host of the The Verywell Mind Podcast. Learn about our Medical Review Board Our Conversation Coach Can Help Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mental health condition that affects as many as 1 in 7 moms. But despite how prevalent it is, there’s still a lot of stigma surrounding it. Moms may not want to share that they are struggling due to the guilt, shame, or fear that they are somehow a “bad” mom. And many of us who want to support a struggling mom may feel awkward or uncomfortable even broaching the subject altogether. The problem is that silence only makes things worse and leaves moms without the help they need and deserve. Our conversation coach will help you navigate the often difficult conversations associated with postpartum depression—whether you're a struggling mom unsure of how to ask for help or a concerned loved one—and give you pointers on how best to approach the topic in an open and honest way. By Wendy Wisner Wendy Wisner is a lactation consultant and writer covering maternal/child health, parenting, general health and wellness, and mental health. She has worked with breastfeeding parents for over a decade, and is a mom to two boys. See Our Editorial Process Meet Our Review Board Share Feedback Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! What is your feedback? Other Helpful Report an Error Submit