From Mary Shomon,
Your Guide to Thyroid Disease.
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While almost all new mothers find the weeks immediately following birth difficult, those with thyroid problems may find that they suffer more intense, longer-lasting postpartum troubles that can threaten their own and their baby's health. In fact, postpartum thyroid difficulties are common - as many as 10 percent of women may suffer thyroid problems after childbirth.

Visit Postpartum Thyroid Problems -- Frequently Asked Questions for detailed information about answers to the following questions related to post-partum thyroid problems:

• What is postpartum thyroiditis, and how did I get it?
• Will postpartum thyroid problems last forever?
• What can I take to treat postpartum thyroiditis?
• Could my postpartum depression be related to thyroid problems?
• How likely is postpartum thyroiditis to reoccur in subsequent pregnancies?
• Can my thyroid disorder affect my ability to breastfeed?
• Where can I find more information about postpartum issues and breastfeeding?