Fortunately medical advances in reproductive health have expanded the possibilities for people seeking to grow their families.

This could include basically any one, but also including same-sex couples, single parents, couples 34+ years old.

However these medical advances can create an idea that we have much more control over our bodies than we actually do.

Bottom line: Hormonal fluctuations can cause new mothers to experience crying spells or intense sadness up to two weeks after a baby is born. Weepiness or other experiences of intense sadness beyond the two-week mark would be a good time to see a professional who specializes in post-partum women.