Postnatal/Perinatal Depression (PND)

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During pregnancy or getting used to life with a new baby can be incredibly exhausting both physically and mentally.  This is very common in the first 4 weeks of having your baby and is known as the "baby blues".   

If this carries on beyond the 4 weeks you may have PND and you may also be affected by some of these things.

• lack of confidence & finding hard to cope

• Feeling guilty that you are not able to enjoy your baby

• Having dark thoughts

• feel alone

• Tearful or irritable

• Changes in sleeping patterns

• Low sex drive

• Anxiety

• Difficulty concentrating or remembering things

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PND affects about 13% of mums, so be assured that you are not alone.  The good news is with the right support you WILL find your way.