Caring, Trusted Treatment for Postpartum Depression 

The birth of a baby is an exciting time. But many women are not prepared for the exhausting wide range of emotions they may experience after childbirth. About 10 to 15 percent of new mothers show symptoms of postpartum depression. This condition interferes with your ability to care for your baby and handle other daily tasks.  

ProHealth Care's Behavioral Medicine Center and Women's Center offers the first hospital-based postpartum depression support program in Wisconsin. Treatment is available through our inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient programs. Doctors, community agencies, women themselves or family members may refer individuals to the program.

Postpartum Depression Symptoms

If you have one or more of these symptoms, you may be suffering from postpartum depression. The symptoms may change over time and can vary from mild to intense.

• Loss of appetite
• Insomnia
• Intense irritability and anger
• Overwhelming fatigue
• Loss of interest in sex
• Lack of joy in life
• Feelings of shame, guilt or inadequacy
• Severe mood swings
• Difficulty bonding with the baby
• Withdrawal from family and friends
• Thoughts of harming yourself or the baby *

* Seek help immediately.

How can I get help?

• If you think you or a loved one may be suffering from postpartum depression, help is just a phone call away. Dial (262) 928-4036 for free, confidential assistance 24/7.
• Doctors, community agencies, women themselves or family members may refer individuals to the program.
• For more about postpartum depression, visit our Health Library.