Although postpartum depression (PPD) is frequently associated with new mothers experiencing intense emotions and mental health difficulties following childbirth, it is not an experience that belongs exclusively to mothers. Fathers can suffer from postnatal depression and this goes unrecognized and unsupported. The well-being of the entire family unit relies on understanding and addressing PPD in…
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Mental wellbeing Monday: Navigating Postpartum Mental Health – Understanding and Coping with challenges
Becoming a parent is one of the biggest life changes, filled with joy, anticipation, and countless adjustments. But amid the happiness, there is also a hidden side to the journey for many new parents – postpartum mental health challenges. These struggles can drastically affect the well-being of both the parent and child, ranging from mood…