Postpartum Support
Postpartum care is essential for a mother’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being after childbirth. It’s a time of healing, adjustment, and support—and no one should go through it alone. At Obria, we’re here to walk with you through every step of your postpartum journey, offering compassionate care, resources, and encouragement as you recover and grow into your new role. You’re not alone—we’re here to help.
A postpartum appointment may include an examination and questions about:
- Post-delivery vaginal discharge
- Breastfeeding, if the mother is nursing
- If the mother is getting adequate
- Nutrition and weight loss
- Health issues that existed before the pregnancy or began during the
- Screening for postpartum depression
- Women experiencing postpartum depression may have symptoms within a month after giving birth.But it can be up to 12 months before a woman starts having symptom known as the baby blues
- Signs and symptoms of baby blues include mood swings, anxiety, sadness, irritability, crying and more.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please reach out for help. There is a national toll-free help line (available in English and Spanish) that rapidly refers callers to appropriate local resources including emergency services: 800.944.4PPD (4773).
You may also contact your nearest Obria Medical Clinics for Resources and Referrals. If you are covered by a State Health insurance, you may be available for “mental health benefits” to receive specialty services you may require. Be informed.