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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

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

Many women experience the "baby blues" after having a baby - feeling down, tearful or anxious - but this should not last more than two weeks.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2023

And any mother facing postpartum depression, or even mild baby blues, may find it challenging to modulate her speech, leaning toward the lower, flatter tones that are often a dead giveaway of mood disorders.

From Salon • Oct. 23, 2022

He looks at me with those baby blues.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas