> In my work with new mothers, I always have kind of figured that not
> having much of an appetite for a couple of weeks postpartum was usually
> quite normal. .......
I also look at the "big
> picture" : does she exhibit other symptoms of postpartum depression, is
> there support at home (someone to pamper her a little and maybe coax her
> to eat)

I also find women who are anaemic (especially following a postpartum 
haemorrhage) may have a poor appetite.
It can help to suggest iron-rich food (and taking  iron supplements if these 
have been recommended).
Lisa Amir
MBBS, MMed, IBCLC in Melbourne, Australia

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