According to the Mayo Clinic, most new moms experience postpartum "baby blues" during the first couple of weeks after giving birth. This generally includes varying degrees of mood swings, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, and heightened emotions, and is completely normal. If these symptoms persist and become increasingly overwhelming, it may be a more serious case of postpartum depression. There's no way to predict whether or not this will happen to you (here are the common signs of PPD), and it's not a condition to be ashamed of. If you're concerned about your mental well-being, call your doctor or therapist and get the help you need.
