"i gave birth three weeks ago. about two weeks ago i was hit with postpartum depression like a ton of bricks. started lexapro 4 days ago after i could no longer handle the awful depression and anxiety. my overall feelings have dramatically changed. i laughed yesterday for the first time in 2 weeks, i&#039;m still depressed but i am seeing a huge difference. side effects are very minimal, they include being a little tired and a slight headache and some nausea but being where i was, i would definitely take the side effects over my depression."