Adele discusses postpartum depression after birth of son

Summary

• Adele said she experienced “quite bad” postpartum depression after the birth of her son, Angelo, and that talking to other mothers and seeking therapy helped her cope.
• Adele said she had misconceptions about postpartum depression, including the belief that “you don’t want to be with your child.” “You’re worried you might hurt your child; you’re worried you weren’t doing a good job,” she said.
• She said talking to a friend and seeking therapy helped her cope and that taking time for herself could make her a “better mom.” Postpartum depression is a form of depression that can occur after childbirth.

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Adele said she experienced “quite bad” postpartum depression after the birth of her son, Angelo, and that talking to other mothers and seeking therapy helped her cope.

The singer has previously spoken about struggling with motherhood and fame after Angelo’s birth.