Postpartum Thyroiditis

Postpartum thyroiditis is a temporary or long-term thyroid disorder that affects women within 12 months after delivery.

It usually begins as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and then shifts to hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). In some women, the thyroid may never recover fully without proper treatment.

💡 Up to 1 in 10 women experience thyroid issues after pregnancy—but most cases go undiagnosed.

Symptoms of Postpartum Thyroiditis

Phase 1 – Hyperthyroid Phase (usually 1–3 months after delivery)

Early Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Phase 2 – Hypothyroid Phase (usually 3–12 months postpartum) Extreme tiredness (even after sleep)

Many symptoms are confused with normal postpartum exhaustion or depression—so thyroid testing is often delayed.

Causes & Risk Factors

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Causes & Risk Factors
Autoimmunity (many cases are a temporary Hashimoto’s flare)
Family history of thyroid disease
Pre-existing PCOS, Type 1 diabetes, or other autoimmune conditions
Vitamin/mineral deficiencies after pregnancy
High stress or poor postpartum recovery
Treatment Approach at Dr Tanvi’s Clinic
Conventional Medical Care:
Observation in mild cases
Beta blockers if palpitations are severe
Levothyroxine in hypothyroid phase (temporary or long-term)
Dr Tanvi’s Root-Cause Functional Approach:
Reduce inflammation (gluten-free, selenium-rich, anti-inflammatory diet)
Replenish depleted nutrients: iron, magnesium, zinc, omega-3
Improve sleep and cortisol rhythm (even with night feeds)
Emotional reset tools for postpartum anxiety
Gut support (probiotics, light detox)
Ozone and IV therapy (optional for deeper immune reset)
Will It Affect My Baby?
Thyroid hormones are crucial for milk production and mood
Untreated hypothyroidism can affect your energy, bonding, and recovery
If you’re breastfeeding, treatment is adjusted for safety

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TSH, Free T3, Free T4

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TPO antibodies (to detect autoimmune Hashimoto’s)

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Reverse T3 (in select cases)

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Iron, Vitamin D, B12 (commonly depleted post-delivery)

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Can I lose weight with an under-active thyroid?

Yes—when FT3 is optimized, inflammation is lowered and insulin resistance is addressed.

How often should I repeat labs?

Every 8–12 weeks during active healing; every 6 months once stable.

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Postpartum Thyroiditis

Symptoms of Postpartum Thyroiditis

Early Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Causes & Risk Factors

Medical Service

Thyroid

Diabetes

Pediatric Clinic

Hypothyroidism

Our Step

Why Choose Dr. Tanvi’s Clinic?

TSH, Free T3, Free T4

01

TPO antibodies (to detect autoimmune Hashimoto’s)

02

Reverse T3 (in select cases)

03

Iron, Vitamin D, B12 (commonly depleted post-delivery)

04

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