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12 Tips for Dealing with the Baby Blues 1. Rest as much as possible 2. Nap when your baby sleeps. Allow yourself to lay down and rest, even if you can’t sleep. Everyone needs a break! Make time just for you—try a bath, aromatherapy, or massage. 3.

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Spend 15 minutes outside in the sunlight every day

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Listen to your favorite music

Do the things you love

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Make time for your partner, support person, or family

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Avoid alcohol and eat a balanced diet that includes foods rich in protein. Small snacks throughout the day are helpful if you don’t have an appetite. 12. Let your birth partner or those close to you know how you are feeling

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