"i began taking 5 mg of lexapro 10 days ago, for postpartum depression/anxiety. it has been a lifesaver. the initial side effects faded within a week. i take it in the morning, because i knew that it would possibly make me jittery at first. i had tiredness in the afternoon and evening and a loss of appetite for the first 5 days, but those have faded completely. i searched and searched for positive reviews on this drug for postpartum depression/anxiety and could not find any. if anyone is on the fence about taking medication for postpartum depression, please consider it for a temporary aid in getting you past it."