baby blues

NOUN

postnatal depression

Synonyms

WEAK

depression downheartedness dumps heaviness of heart low spirits lowness melancholy postpartum depression

Example Sentences

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But then it's finished "and there's a bit of baby blues afterwards," as she comes down off the adrenaline rush.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

However, prior to the diagnosis, she said every time she looked online for help, all of the advice was about "baby blues and feeling sad".

From BBC • Aug. 4, 2024

The Money crew talks record-breaking rental prices, infant apparel brand Kyte’s baby blues, and the marketing secrets of Josh wine.

From Slate • Jan. 27, 2024

"Most new moms experience postpartum "baby blues" after childbirth, which commonly include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety and difficulty sleeping," writes the Mayo Clinic.

From Salon • May 8, 2022

He looks at me with those baby blues.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas