What happens to hormones when a woman delivers a baby?
What happens to hormones when a woman delivers a baby?
Postpartum depression is surprisingly common among women who've just given birth, and hormone levels play a large role in the issue. In this video, learn more about the effects of progesterone with HealthMaker Louann Brizendine, MD.
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