I have often wondered if new adoptive moms feel the same emotional ups and downs as new birth moms. Certainly they feel the same shift in their identities. But what about postpartum depression or "baby blues?" There have been some informal surveys showing that new adoptive moms experience postpartum depression, but no clinical studies as yet. Part of the problem with getting a clinical study started (and funded) is the belief that postpartum depression is due to fluctuating hormones. As I have said before (and written), I believe postpartum is the result of many factors, with hormonal fluctuations being just one of those factors.
One new adoptive mother has started a blog to share her experiences. Here is a link to her website:
NewMommy.com
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