5 MINUTES FREEWRITE #DEPRESSION

Freewrite for today by @mariannewest. Prompt is DEPRESSION.
Two months to the supposed date of Mrs Kunle’s delivery, Mr Kunle organized a surprise birthday party for his wife Mrs Sophia Kunle. On the day of the surprise birthday party, she went to the mall to buy some baby stuffs. It was her fourth pregnancy experience so she wasn’t a first time mother.

When she arrived home that afternoon, she was surprised by her family and friends. While the party was still on, Mrs Kunle felt severe contraction pains in her lower abdomen. The party had to end earlier and she was rushed to the hospital immediately.

While in the hospital, the doctor told the couple that Mrs Kunle had to deliver the baby immediately due to some complications and Mrs. Kunle’s low blood pressure. The delivery had to be done through a caesarian section. This frightened Mr Kunle as there was a chance he could loose his wife or unborn child or even both. After some hours in the hospital, Mrs Kunle finally delivered her baby safely. Everyone rejoiced!

Few days after the baby’s delivery, Mr Kunle noticed some changes in his wife. There was sadness, exhaustion and anxiety written all over her face. She was usually moody and less active. Mr Kunle had to ask his wife about the mood change but she would always tell him she’s just tired.
Mr Kunle had to confine in his friend who happen to be a medical doctor. Mr Kunle’s friend told him that his wife might be suffering from postpartum depression as his wife’s current behaviors matched with the symptoms of postpartum depression.
Mr Kunle had to take “paternal leave” to support his wife during the phase.

Thanks for reading!