How did I manage to get thyroiditis after having my baby?
This is also called postpartum thyroiditis and is a rather common condition in which thyroid hormone changes occur in the blood. These changes are mostly subtle and temporary but might be overlooked and considered extra stress and work because of having a new baby. It is caused by the worsening of pre-existing, mild autoimmune thyroiditis 3-6 months after the baby is delivered. In over 90% of women the thyroid recovers normal function within the following months.
