08/19/2026
Postpartum Psychosis awareness starts with understanding when it can occur and knowing the signs.
Signs can include:
• Significant changes in sleep
• High energy, racing thoughts, or rapid speech
• Depression, anxiety, or numbness
• Difficulty thinking clearly
• Paranoia or suspicious thoughts
• Delusions or hallucinations
The more accurate information we share about Postpartum Psychosis, the better prepared families, support people, and communities can be to recognize when someone may need immediate care.
Let’s not stop the conversation.
Tag someone who should know this information, or share this post to your story to help increase awareness and access to accurate, supportive information about Postpartum Psychosis.
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The more we understand, the better prepared we can be to recognize when help is needed and connect pregnant and postpartum families with appropriate support.
Postpartum Psychosis is a medical emergency. Do not wait to get help. Call 911, call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262, or proceed to the nearest emergency room.