⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This screening tool is for informational purposes only and is NOT a diagnostic tool. It is based on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale framework. If you are struggling, please reach out to a healthcare provider. If you are in crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741.
💜 Postpartum Mood Check
A gentle self-check based on validated screening questions. Answer how you’ve felt in the past 7 days.
About This Postpartum Mood Screening Tool
The postpartum period brings immense joy, but it can also bring unexpected emotional challenges. Our free postpartum mood check is designed to help new moms identify signs of postpartum depression, anxiety, and other perinatal mood disorders early — when intervention is most effective.
This screening tool is based on validated clinical questionnaires used by healthcare providers worldwide, including elements inspired by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). It covers key symptoms such as persistent sadness, difficulty bonding with your baby, overwhelming anxiety, changes in sleep and appetite beyond what’s typical for new parenthood, and intrusive thoughts.
Postpartum mood disorders affect up to 1 in 5 new mothers, yet many go undiagnosed because moms dismiss their symptoms as normal exhaustion or feel shame asking for help. This confidential screening takes just a few minutes and provides personalized feedback based on your responses, along with actionable next steps and resources.
Please remember that this postpartum mood check is not a clinical diagnosis — it’s a starting point for understanding your emotional wellbeing. If your results suggest you may be experiencing a perinatal mood disorder, we encourage you to share your results with your healthcare provider, partner, or a trusted support person. You deserve support, and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.