Are there specific reasons why women might feel tired all the time?

Women can feel tired all the time for various possible reasons.

One reason is pregnancy.

Another reason is related to post-childbirth changes. After having a baby, women often experience weeks of changes in energy levels and fatigue. This is a time when the body is recovering and adjusting to new demands. Postpartum depression after childbirth is common and one symptom of postpartum depression is fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day.

Breastfeeding is also a factor that can lead to tiredness. Taking care of a newborn and breastfeeding can be very demanding and tiring for new mothers. This is because breastfeeding requires a lot of energy, and new mothers often have disrupted sleep patterns.

Some health conditions (including depression and iron deficiency anemia) can affect both men and women, but are more likely to affect women. One type of depression called "subsyndromal symptomatic depression" is a milder form of depression that still affects energy and mood. This type of depression might not be as obvious as more severe forms but can still make someone feel very tired.

If you or someone you know is feeling very tired and it is affecting daily life, it's important to talk to a healthcare provider. Also, 988lifeline.org has information on mental health support.