Those first days after birth can feel like the ground is shifting. One moment you are flooded with relief; the next you are sobbing at a nappy advertisement, snapping at your partner, or lying awake while the baby sleeps and wondering who you've become. This is the weepy week — a wave of emotional upheaval that many new mothers pass through, and it is not weakness, failure, or a sign that you are unfit. This gentle, practical guide walks you through what baby blues feel like, why they are so common, how hormones and sleep deprivation team up to scramble your mood, and, crucially, when the fog starts lifting. It also shows you exactly how to tell the difference between the blues and something more serious, with clear red flags and straightforward scripts to help you ask for help without stumbling over your words. Grounded, non-judgmental and honest, this book is a hand to hold through the most bewildering week of early motherhood. Part of The Pregnancy Companion Library.