Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

postpartum depression

[pohst-pahrtuhm di-presh-uhn] / ˈpoʊstˌpɑrtəm dɪˈprɛʃ ən /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

"I was spiralling, had imposter syndrome, postpartum depression and constantly felt under attack,"she told BBC Radio Somerset.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026

The Grammy winner told Cooper that she went on tour while suffering from postpartum depression during the pandemic and that it became so severe, she “dipped into psychosis.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026

"I ultimately hope that there is more advocacy for postpartum depression and psychosis."

From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026

While postpartum psychosis is rare, conditions like postpartum depression and anxiety are common, occurring in around one in six new mothers.

From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026

She had probably had postpartum depression at the very least, Mia realized, perhaps even a postpartum psychotic break.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng


Random Word

Spin the wheel and learn a new word!

Get a word

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 14,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training