Men Can Experience Postpartum Depression, Too.

Postpartum depression is often thought about as something that only affects mothers, but men can experience postpartum depression too—and many do, quietly and without support. The transition into parenthood can bring overwhelming pressure, sleep deprivation, identity shifts, and emotional strain that doesn’t always show up right away or in obvious ways.

This blog explores how postpartum depression can affect men, why it’s so often overlooked, and what support can look like. Because acknowledging what fathers go through isn’t about taking attention away from mothers — it’s about making space for everyone who is navigating the profound changes that come with welcoming a child.