08/02/2026
Postpartum Psychosis is a severe mental illness. It is not a moral failure, a character flaw, or something anyone chooses. It is an illness, and with the right care, full recovery is possible.
*️⃣ Perinatal and Postpartum Psychosis as a medical and psychiatric emergency. If you think someone you love is experience postpartum psychosis, call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 833-852-6262 (free, confidential, and available 24/7), call 911, or proceed to the nearest emergency room. *️⃣
It affects 1-2 out of every 1,000 births, about as common as conditions like severe pre-eclampsia or multiple sclerosis. Symptoms can include confusion, hallucinations, delusions, extreme agitation, or an inability to sleep.
You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you WILL be well 💙
Learn more about perinatal & postpartum psychosis at Postpartum.net/get-help/postpartum-psychosis-help