Postpartum blues are feelings of sadness a mother might have in the first couple of days after having a baby. Postpartum blues are also called Baby blues. Postpartum means after child birth. Roughly (70 %) of mothers experience postpartum blues or baby blues.Having a child is demanding, regardless of how much you looked forward to it or how much you love your baby. The birth of a child can cause a lot of strong emotional changes ranging from excitement and joy to worry and anxiety.The difference between Postpartum blues and Postpartum depression is in the duration. While postpartum blues can last up to 2 weeks, postpartum depression lasts up to 5- 6 months. Postpartum depression signs are much more serious compared to postpartum blues or baby blues, and it can interrupt with normal daily life. Learn more