Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to talk about a common medical condition that is too often masked by silence and stigma. It affects more women than diabetes or stroke or breast cancer. It is postpartum depression. Here are some words from women who have suffered from postpartum depression. From Maria: I was experiencing anger and rage, and I had suicidal thoughts. ``I don't know what's wrong, but I can't take care of the baby, and I'm miserable all of the time.'' From Jodi: My son was sick again, and I was crying so hard I could barely text my mom to have her come over immediately. I waited anxiously at the door, with a screaming, ill child, and greeted her by handing over my son, saying, ``I can't do this anymore.'' From Heather: Soon after the birth of my son, I knew something was wrong with me. I couldn't fall asleep, or if I did, I couldn't sleep for long. I also couldn't eat. I forced down every bite of food, and I spent most of my time crying. These women are not alone. In 2013, there were more than 3.9 million live births in the United States, and of these births, one out of every seven mothers was affected by postpartum depression. Women suffering from maternal depression often report overwhelming and isolating feelings of sadness, anxiety, fear, and guilt. This can include strong feelings of anger, thoughts of death or suicide, and even negative feelings towards their babies.…”