Are Women More Vulnerable to Depression After Weaning?
Weaning can be an emotionally charged transition, and for some women it may trigger depression. However, research on post-weaning depression is relatively sparse.
Breastfeeding and Postpartum Depression: What’s the Connection?
In our clinic, we often see women who come in for the treatment of depression and/or anxiety after the cessation of breastfeeding. Many question if breastfeeding may protect against postpartum depression and if the cessation of breastfeeding is a trigger for postpartum depression and/or anxiety. However, the research examining the association between postpartum depression and breastfeeding has been somewhat difficult to interpret.