The Facts. Perinatal and Postpartum Depression affects 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men during the perinatal and postpartum period. Perinatal Anxiety affects 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men during the perinatal and postpartum period. Baby Blues typically last 2-3 days but can last up to 2 weeks at most. After 2 weeks, it’s not “Just the baby blues.” Perinatal Mental Health (PMH) conditions are the number one complication of childbearing. Resources and the Gold Standard training and treatment for Perinatal Mental Health are provided by Postpartum Support International.
