A Lighter Shade of Blue


	A Lighter Shade of Blue, the Cincinnati Chapter of Postpartum Support International (P.S.I.) and Depression After Delivery (D.A.D.), is filled with women who have suffered from Post Partum Depression. We are a local group of women from the Greater Cincinnati, Ohio area who previously suffered from PPD. We run the group on little to no money from our home computers, cell phones and with donated meeting space. We are committed to helping other women so they don't need to suffer alone. Post Partum Depression is a very painful and scary experience. Most of us have wondered "Why Me? Why this baby?" Most women have never experienced anything like this at any other time in their lives. We have developed this site as a resource for women to learn more regarding the symptoms and treatments. If you need a friend, support, or prayer, Please don't hesitate to contact us--we've been there! -Rachael Bowling Founder


	There is a happy, healthy life after Postpartum Depression … Let's find it for you together!


	For Those Who Love Me I have been diagnosed with clinical depression. I know this may hard for you to understand. It is a real illness. I am not making this up. I cannot snap out of this. This did not happen because I am weak. You cannot fix this. I need you to be there and listen. Understand that sometimes, it might be easier for me not to be with you, if you have a hard time understanding what I need. I know it's difficult to see me feel so bad for so long, but it takes a long time and I will get better. Please do not push or pressure me to do things I do not yet feel prepared to do. It will all come back in time. Thanks for understanding. Thanks for being there for me. (c) 1998 The Postpartum Stress Center