only a few studies have previously examined the relation-ship between perinatal complications and postpartum depression. To our knowledge, this was the first time that suspicion of fetal distress, meconium stained amniotic fluid, and thrombosis were studied as risk factors of postpartum depression. Hence, further research is needed to confirm our findings. These studies should have a prospective design and consist of a large study population.The detection and treatment of postpartum depression is important for both mothers and their children. It is important that obstetricians, midwives, general practitioners, and staff at baby clinics are aware of the substantially increased risk of postpartum depression associated with complicated pregnancies, difficult deliveries, and health problems of babies in the neonatal period. These healthcare workers must be particularly attentive for depressive symptoms in women who experienced a number of perinatal complications.