26th April 2024

A 28-year-old woman, six weeks postpartum, visits her GP with her partner.

A 28-year-old woman, six weeks postpartum, visits her GP with her partner. She reports feeling persistently sad, fatigued, and unable to enjoy activities she previously found pleasurable. She struggles to bond with her baby and often feels overwhelmed by motherhood. She has difficulty sleeping, even when her baby is asleep, and has a reduced appetite. Her partner notes that she is often tearful and expresses feelings of worthlessness. She denies any thoughts of self-harm or harming her baby. Her pregnancy and delivery were uncomplicated, and she has no prior history of mental health issues.

Which is the most likely diagnosis?