Every new mom experiences sleep deprivation during the fourth trimester (first 12 weeks after baby’s birth). Loss of sleep or interrupted sleep can affect hormone balance and in some cases (15-20%), contribute to postpartum mood disorders. Adapting to life with a newborn is both challenging and deeply meaningful. This article speaks to this dilemma.
https://postpartum.net/the-connection-between-sleep-and-perinatal-mood-and-anxiety-disorders